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HEALTH & LIFE | FOOD & FASHION | HOME & HAPPENINGS

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CONTENTS

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6 BACKYARD BLUNDERS

A local doc shares how you prevent and treat these halfdozen summer injuries that can happen in your own backyard.

Features

Running And Its Risks | 32

Whether you’re a light jogger or a competitive racer, injuries threaten to derail your stride. But proper treatment can get you back on track.

Keeping the Buzz at Bay | 36

Bergen County is working hard to control mosquitoes, and there are steps you can take to do the same.

8 Beauty How To’s | 40

Summer Social | 44

A Bergen planner explains how simple and cozy touches can elevate a casual gathering to a memorable fete.

Life’s a Beach | 50

There’s no better place to escape daily life, clear your head and relax than at the beach. Luckily, more than a dozen pristine beaches are barely an hour away.

IN EVERY ISSUE 8 Editor’s Note 29 Health News 76 Be There 80 Where to Eat ON THE COVER: Yoga teacher Erin Loscalzo of BambooMoves Yoga Englewood strikes a pose. Photo courtesy of Sasha Preziosa.

Look your best this summer with savvy hair and makeup tips from local pros.

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CONTENTS

Departments Bergen Buzz | 17 Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county.

Your Friends & Neighbors | 24 Ridgewood’s “Beeman” says beekeeping is a honey of a pursuit.

For Men Only | 25

Whether you have afternoon plans or are heading out for the evening, a casual and cool look goes a long way any time of day.

Style Watch | 26

Your tropical vacation or weekend at the Shore has never been so glamorous.

Child’s Play | 27

These educational toys are perfect for when the kids need a pool break and crave a little AC.

Home Front | 28

Devote a room in your home to you. These luxurious products will create zen and rejuvenate your mind and body.

Escapes | 54

While the young ones are at camp, why not enjoy a weekend getaway at one of five Northeast luxury spa resorts?

Tastes | 68

No dairy and no eggs doesn’t have to mean no fun. These bite-size vegan treats contain some unconventional baking ingredients, but that’s half the fun (the other half being eating them, of course).

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Power Food | 74

Could a gift from the sea that’s nutritious also be delicious? Crabsolutely!

Bar Tab | 75

When it’s time for a cocktail, maybe you have a “usual.” But what if you let a pro surprise you?

Just Married | 78

This Demarest groom married his West Coast bride in a traditional Jewish ceremony on a sunny New Jersey day.

Gatherings | 86

Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most.

A Bergen Moment | 88

A perfect pool day in Ramsey ends with a rainbow—which calls for a sisterly photo op, of course. BERGENMAG.COM

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Here’s To Your Health! Putting together this month’s edition, our Summer Health & Wellness Issue, got me pondering about health and beauty and how you can’t have one without the other. Can you have true beauty without wellness? Do daily skincare rituals do any good if we’re out of sync health-wise? Do the myriad potions we diligently use on a daily basis to attend to our skincare needs do any good if we’re out of sync health wise? The flip side, of course, is that you feel better when you look good (or at least I do!). We put together a series of articles that can help you improve your health and beauty. On page 40, for instance, five Bergen County stylists offer advice and answers to frequently asked questions about summer hair and makeup. Read what they had to say in “8 Beauty How-To’s.” In “Running and Its Risks,” we look to the growing sport of running. As more and more Bergenites pick it up as a form of fitness and social activity, they’re more prone to the injuries associated with running and jogging. Turn to page 32 to read a local physical therapist’s tips on ways to treat common ailments before they get worse. Ailments and injuries, of course, can happen when you’re simply having fun in the yard. In “6 Backyard Blunders” on page 34, a Bergen internist gives a few simple tips on how to avoid dangers and treat injuries caused by insects, firepits, swimming pools and more. Often, I find that a quick getaway is all I need to rejuvenate and feel great, and there’s no better place to visit in summer than the Shore. Our guide to some of New Jersey’s best beaches starts on page 50 and includes all the info you need to enjoy a day along the ocean. But if you’d rather avoid sitting in Garden State Parkway traffic, you’ll find plenty of R&R on a quick trip to a nearby day spa. “Kids Away? Parents, Play!” on page 54 spotlights five resorts with top-notch accommodations and wellness-centric activities. I can’t wait to book a reservation! And our special health report focuses on a topic that bugs everyone each summer: mosquitoes. “Keeping the Buzz at Bay” on page 36 examines Bergen County’s efforts to control mosquitoes and offers steps you can take to do the same. We hope these and all the articles in this issue give you a little insight and inspiration to up your wellness quotient. And have fun doing so—it is summer after all!

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FRESH WAYS TO REFRESH A massage is great for relaxing and unwinding, and so is a one-hour facial. But there are other options for pampering yourself; have you tried the four listed below? Float parlor. After a quick rinse in a shower, hop into a spaceship-like floatation tank, where you’ll float away your worries, de-stress and decompress. Try it at: Cloud Aquatic Float Parlor, 8 E. Prospect St., Waldwick, 201.389.6285; cloudaquatic.com

IV drip. Improve your mood, sharpen your mind and get a boost of energy with an intravenous drip of nutrients and vitamins tailored to your body’s needs. Try it at: Drip Medispa, 2011 Lemoine Ave., Suite 201, Fort Lee, 201.944.1343; dripmedispa.com

Meditation. Using various techniques taught by qualified instructors (such as mindfulness), meditation will train your mind into a mentally and emotionally stable state. Try it at: New Jersey Meditation, with two Bergen locations; 306 Ridge Rd., Lyndhurst, 201.933.0313; 475 Cedar Ln., Teaneck, 929.224.0316; newjerseymeditation.org

Sound therapy. These yoga-like sessions use different sounds, instruments and vibrations to soothe the mind and body. Try it at: The Enchanted Heart, 216 E. Ridgewood Ave. Suite #2, Ridgewood, 551.404.5362; theenchantedheart.com

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THE TASTES OF JERSEY

They say National New Jersey Day, celebrating our state’s entrance into the Union, is July 27. So please, don’t mention that we actually entered it Dec. 18, 1787. Instead, let’s mark the summertime occasion by sampling the cuisine that puts the Garden State on the gastronomic map. (Sticklers can chow down again a week before Christmas.) That means we’ll be gobbling— • Cheesesteaks: Sorry, Philly, the late Anthony Bourdain identified New Jersey’s as the best cheesesteaks. Three of Bergen County’s leading makers are Bob-O’s Cheesesteaks (252 Main St., Ridgefield Park, 201.870.6065), Mel’s Butcher Box (10 W. Railroad Ave., Tenafly, 201.266.4633) and Philly Steak House (265 Valley Blvd., Wood-Ridge, 201.942.8811). • Disco fries: The simplest version of this dish involves french fries with gravy on top. In Bergen there are varied versions we love, including the Cholander fries at Kimchi Smoke (301 Center Ave., Westwood, 201.497.6333), the Southern stuffed fries at ReBar Kitchen (132 Essex St., Lodi, 201.368.8181) and the pulled pork poutine at The Shannon Rose (1200 Rte. 17 N., Ramsey, 201.962.7602). • Italian hot dogs: This quintessential Jersey dish is a deep-fried hot dog served on an Italian roll and topped with fried bell peppers, onions and potatoes. Get your fill at Johnny & Hanges (23–20 Maple Ave., Fair Lawn, 201.791.9060), The Hot Dog House (510 Rte. 17 S., Carlstadt, 201.935.5803) and River View East (455 River Dr., Elmwood Park, 201.797.9258). • Taylor ham, egg and cheese: There’s no better way to start the day than with this breakfast staple on a bagel or a roll. You can find flawless versions at Goldberg’s Bagels (327 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff, 201.847.9199), Ronnie’s Hot Bagels (118 Broadway, Hillsdale, 201.664.4543) and Boxcar Bagel (10 River Rd., Bogota, 201.343.4604).

SWEET SOUNDS OF SUMMER

MAKE A SPLASH A pool is cool—when you have access to one. But when the neighbors with a diving board are out of town and the municipal pool is too crowded, what can you do to help the kiddos beat the heat? Take them to one of Bergen’s splash parks—facilities with water misters, cannons and in-ground geysers: • Carver Park, Hackensack. Besides the in-ground sprinklers, this facility has water cannons, so kids can soak friends (and family members who think they’re staying dry).

Big names in the music biz are playing stadiums in the tri-state area this summer, but their performances aren’t FREE. That’s different from the summer concert series making a comeback in Bergen. Below, check out what five towns have planned. (Bring snacks and lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.) • Dumont Twilight at the Gazebo brings live music to the arboretum at West Shore Avenue every Wednesday in July around 7:30 p.m. For the lineup, visit dumontnj. gov. • Englewood’s 10th annual “Jazz Under the Stars” concert series features varied performances on Thursday nights until Aug. 25 at 7:30 p.m. on the Englewood Library’s lawn. Get more details and the lineup at englewoodlibrary.org. • Hackensack Summer Concerts return to the Green (Main Street and Washington Place), featuring a different live band every Tuesday in July at 7:30 p.m. Learn more at hackensack.org. • Ridgewood’s Kasschau Memorial Shell Concert Series brings live music to the village’s Veterans Field every Tuesday and Thursday this summer from 8:30 to 9:45 p.m. Check out the lineup and more at kasschaumemorialshell.com. • Westwood Concerts in the Park (Veterans’ Memorial Park, in particular) are held weekly on Thursdays from 8 to 9:30 p.m. through July, featuring a mix of oldies, R&B jams and cover bands. Get more info at westwoodnj.gov. BERGENMAG.COM

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• Polifly Park, Hackensack. Little ones will enjoy getting their feet wet at this mini spray park. • Van Saun Park, Paramus. After the train and carousel, kids can cool down at the park’s Harmony Playground, which has gentle sprinklers. • Veterans Field Park, Edgewater. While the youngsters bask in the spray park’s misters, you can sit back and enjoy the view of Manhattan. • Votee Park, Teaneck. The main attraction in summer at the township’s largest park is the splash pad.

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WORK-FROM-HOME OPTIONS Still not going in to work, or only going some days? You’re lucky to be in Jersey. A study by the personal finance website WalletHub finds that our state is the best one for working from home. The study assessed “work environment” and “living environment,” considering things like internet access and home square footage. And if you’re WFH but growing weary of actual home, there are alternatives. Set up shop (and enjoy a jolt of caffeine) at a Bergen coffee spot such as Coffee Break in Hackensack, which has cozy chairs and a chill vibe; Roast’d Coffee in Hasbrouck Heights, Franklin Lakes or Fort Lee, with outdoor seating for those

nice days; or Cozie Café in Fair Lawn, which has comfy leather chairs up front and a sofa with some board games and books in the back for when you need a break from your laptop. Crave more than just coffee? Check out Kudo Society in Teaneck, where you’ll munch on the signature waffle/croissant Kudossant while working in a large space infused with natural light; Bite Food & Coffee Co. in Hackensack and Fair Lawn, where you can get cozy with a sandwich or salad on a round table with pretty pink chairs or a padded booth; or Bogota Press Café, with bright windows, outdoor seating and life-changing paninis.

CULINARY CORNER We all scream for ice cream—especially in July, when scorching temps just beg for a cooling scoop or two. Can it be coincidental that three ice-cream shops recently opened in our county? An on-top pop-up Cherry on Top Ice Cream Shop is a seasonal pop-up that opened on June 8 and will stick around into early fall near Raw Oyster Bar & Kitchen in Harrington Park. It serves 16 flavors of Nasto’s ice cream from a famous parlor in Newark that’s been around since 1939. Toppings and more details are TBD, but check their Instagram for updates. • Cherry on Top Ice Cream Shop, 112 La Roche Ave., Harrington Park, @thecherryontopicecreamshop

SHOP SMART IN JULY How can you lie there in that beach chair or hammock while bargains go begging? Sure, fall is supposedly the big buying season, but mid-summer has its shopportunities too. For example: • To start making room for fall products, summer apparel such as shorts and sandals will be heavily discounted in early July. Expect good deals on leftover Father’s Day items, including tools and lawn care equipment. It’s also an ideal time to buy house paints: Prices should be lower, and it’s the time of year to keep windows open to allow

wet paint to dry. • If you can wait beyond July 4, you may score a deep discount on the swimsuits stores have in stock. Furniture also goes on sale in midJuly, as many chain stores try to clear inventory in anticipation of new arrivals in August. And are you in the mood for a Christmas tree? Artificial trees are often available at a discount; you can pick one up and save it for December. • Back to school already? Late July is the time to start preparing for this annual spending spree, so expect deals on things like backpacks and notebooks. For kids heading off to college, stock up now on dorm room items such as bedding, appliances and laptops. Retailers will begin stocking shelves with fall clothing, but sales on these items traditionally continue (some get better) in August.

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Something to explore Both traditional ice-cream flavors (chocolate, vanilla, etc.) and more unconventional Hong Kong-inspired concoctions such as Tokyo banana and matcha are available at New Territories Ice Cream, which has branched out from its Manhattan base. Devour your flavor of choice in a Hong Kong bubble waffle, a wrap/cone hybrid that makes for awesome Instagram snaps. • 13–24 River Rd., Fair Lawn, 201.574.9263; newterritoriesnyc.com

Temptations from Trina A chocolate and sweets shop in Lyndhurst has morphed into an ice-cream parlor called Trina’s Treats. Flavors vary weekly (the cotton candy is a fave), but on every visit you can order an ice-cream sandwich, ice cream pie, waffles topped with ice cream, root beer or creamsicle floats or a scoop in a cup or cone. The specialty here: gourmet milkshakes in fun flavors such as s’mores and Lucky Charms. • Trina’s Treats, 296 Stuyvesant Ave., Lyndhurst, 201.804.7659; trinastreatsxo.com

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HOW TO KEEP COOL

Hot enough out there for you? It’s easy to cool off in a swimming pool or an airconditioned home, but we have to face the heat at some point. So when you do step out into the scorching sun, here are a few tips for staying cool: • In a car: Move the car’s hot air from the cabin as you wait for the AC to cool. Simply open one of the front windows and then open and close the door on the opposite side about five times. This will remove the hot air that’s been trapped in the car. • At a barbecue: Those burgers and steaks look great on the grill, but consuming high-protein red meat can raise body temperatures because it requires more energy to digest. The same is true of full-fat ice cream. As alternatives, consider grilled chicken and fish as well as ices or sherbet for dessert. Avoid pasta salads and snack on water-rich foods such as watermelon and cucumbers. • At a park: Your feet and ankles are sensitive to heat. If you have cold water to spare, dampen a towel and place it on your feet to create a whole-body cooling sensation. Better yet, if there’s a clean body of water nearby, dip your feet into it for a couple of minutes.

PUPPY LOVE

Dogs: Baxter (right) and Barney, 3-yearold greyhounds Owners: The Solows of Demarest The Solow household had been home to rescued greyhounds for more than 20 years. After nearly a year had gone by since their last senior dog passed away in 2020, they decided to adopt again. They applied to rescue another greyhound and visited the dogs at a kennel in Tabernacle. “We immediately fell in love with and adopted Baxter,” recalls “mama” Annette. But destiny was still writing the story. After about a month with the new pooch, Annette met another greyhound owner who was fostering a male that “looked like Baxter.” She did her research and learned that the two dogs were halfbrothers. “My husband and I went to the home with Baxter, and when the door opened, Baxter and Barney (named after his favorite purple dinosaur toy) started kissing each other,” she says. “We immediately knew they were a good match to live together.” Like any pair of brothers, Baxter and Barney do everything together, running in the backyard, napping in their beds (or on Annette’s feet) or visiting Van Saun Park in Paramus. And “Mama,” a dental hygienist, makes sure they’re living their best—and cleanest—life: “I brush their teeth twice a day and give them a mini-treat afterward,” she says. “Our vet loves showing their teeth to his staff to show them how clean they are.” Want to see your puppy or kitten in an upcoming issue of BERGEN? Email your pet’s photo and a few details to editor Rita Guarna at rita. guarna@wainscotmedia.com.

HELP WANTED—REALLY! It’s been a slow road back to normal, but we’re getting there. New Jersey has continued to show job growth, with nearly 700,000 jobs recovered since the height of the pandemic two years ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Industries seeing an uptick this past spring included health services, transportation and leisure and hospitality. Here are some of the county’s top employers and the number of positions they listed at presstime as available: • Hackensack University Medical Center: More than 400 positions available at its Hackensack campus. • Bio-Reference Laboratories: More than 200 positions at its Elmwood Park facility. • Express Scripts: More than a dozen positions at its Franklin Lakes office.

• KPMG: More than 160 jobs available at its Woodcliff Lake office. • Unilever: More than 130 positions available at its Englewood Cliffs branch.

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To Bee Or Not To Bee Ridgewood’s “Beeman” says beekeeping is a honey of a pursuit.

Frank Mortimer keeps bees. Known as the Beeman, the 56-yearold Ridgewood resident and former vice president of the New Jersey State Beekeepers Association is a certified master beekeeper. Besides managing hives in Ridgewood, HoHo-Kus and Upper Saddle River, he shares the buzz about bees every chance he gets—bee it before a community group, in a seminar at The New York Botanical Garden or as an adjunct professor for Cornell University’s Master Beekeeping Program. Mortimer has even written a book, Bee People and the Bugs They Love (Kensington Publishing, March 2021). What drew you to beekeeping? When I was a kid, I thought it would be cool to keep bees, though I didn’t know anyone who did. Once I got into beekeeping, I found it meditative and an enjoyable craft. In my book, I refer to beekeeping as forced Zen, because you have to be present to get the job done. What have you learned from keeping bees? What amazes me is how honeybees act as a single organism, with each bee doing a specific job for the greater good. When you’re holding a frame of bees in your hands, there can be 4,000 to 5,000 bees on it, and they’re all doing their assigned jobs and not caring that you’re there. (A beehive is like a filing cabinet, and a frame is like a file folder you would find in one of its drawers.) Bees communicate with what’s called the waggle dance. It’s a figure 8; when the bee is positioned in the direction of a food source, she waggles her body. Are bees dangerous? If you don’t bother them, they won’t bother you. The only reason they sting is to defend their homes or their lives. What can you tell us about the bee’s lifestyle? Bees never sleep; they work 24 hours a day inside a hive. At its peak, a hive can have 60,000 bees, and there are three kinds of bees BERGENMAG.COM

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in the hive. All worker bees are female; they live only six weeks because they literally work themselves to death. The queen’s job is to lay eggs, up to 2,000 a day. Her life expectancy is two to four years. Drone bees are male bees. They too have only one job: to mate with the queen. Besides maintaining hives, you devote time to telling the bees’ story. Why? As a master beekeeper, it’s my responsibility to educate the public on the importance of honeybees. They pollinate some of the best-tasting foods—from apples to blueberries to almonds—and the plants and flowers in our yards. The more people understand the role bees play, the more accepting they will be of having them around. What’s the current state of the honeybee? In a recent year, one-third of the bee colonies in the U.S. died. The No. 1 thing killing bees worldwide is a parasitic mite called varroa destructor, which feeds on a baby bee’s larvae. Is there hope? Yes. First, beekeepers should monitor and treat for mites. Second, there’s ongoing research on developing a vaccine or other medication to control the mites. What is the typical yield from your hives? Recently, it’s been more than 100 pounds of honey per hive, and that’s after leaving 80 to 100 pounds per hive for the bees. I usually have around 15 hives. It’s important to leave the honey first for the bees; they need 80 pounds to make it through the winter. I sell my excess honey, and I also use the wax from the hives to make lip balm, hand cream and 100-percent beeswax candles. Ever imagine yourself retiring? No. I’ve met multiple people well into their 90s who are still keeping bees. As long as I can walk out to my hives, I plan on being a beekeeper. —Donna Rolando

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Styled For Summer

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LIZZY RIMLESS OVAL SUNGLASSES Free People, Woodcliff Lake, 201.573.8212

SHADY CHARACTER PACKABLE WIDEBRIM HAT Free People, Woodcliff Lake, 201.573.8212

Summer Of Style Here’s all you need for your tropical vacation or weekend at the Shore.

ANDREA IYAMAH NISI RUFFLE ONEPIECE SWIMSUIT Saks Fifth Avenue, East Rutherford, 201.559.7780

COTTON SARONG Banana Republic, Paramus, 201.291.0955

LONGCHAMP LE PLIAGE FILE KNIT BAG Bloomingdale’s, Hackensack, 201.457.2000 ST. TROPEZ COOLER TOTE BAG Pottery Barn, Hackensack, 201.457.1313

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L.O.L. SURPRISE MINI FAMILY PLAYSET COLLECTION Tons of Toys, Westwood, 201.497.6497

CREATEON SESAME STREET MAGNATILES STRUCTURE SET WITH ELMO Walmart, Teterboro, 201.375.4002

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Summer Fun

PLUS-PLUS TRAVEL CASE WITH MINI BLOCKS The Paper Store, Paramus, 973.949.6300

These educational toys are perfect for when the kids need a pool break and crave a little AC. iPLAY, iLEARN CONSTRUCTION SITE VEHICLES TOY SET Target, Closter, 201.367.1405

WHAT ON EARTH BOOKS OCEAN ZOOM ADVENTURE Barnes & Noble, Hackensack, 201.270.1280

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MIRRA CASCADE TABLETOP RELAXATION FOUNTAIN Staples, Bergenfield, 201.244.1100

INTELLIGENT DESIGN AZZA CHENILLE DECORATIVE FLOOR PILLOW Macy’s, Paramus, 201.843.9100

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PRUNES FOR BONES

Prunes are a good source of fiber and are known to help keep bowel movements regular, but did you know they can help prevent bone loss? A recent study of postmenopausal women suggests that adding prunes to your diet can reduce inflammation, thereby delaying bone loss.

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—Penn State University

WHAT’S BEST FOR BACK PAIN?

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The life expectancy in years in Bergen County, which is almost three years more than the New Jersey’s overall number of 79.5. Bergen ranked the fourth healthiest county among the state’s 19. —University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute

Studies examining more than five thousand people found that acetaminophen wasn’t helpful in reducing back pain. Treatment with ibuprofen was found more effective. —British Medical Journal

NOT PAYING BILLS?

Forgetting to pay bills could be an early sign of dementia. Researchers examined more than 80,000 records of Medicare beneficiaries and found that folks who developed dementia were more likely to have skipped paying credit cards as many as six years before their diagnosis. —JAMA Internal Medicine

POLLUTION AND SPERM COUNT

The percentage of adults age 65 and over who have been treated for hay fever.

Researchers have found that a specific kind of neuron typically associated with sleep cycles was responsible for reduced sperm count due to air pollution. These neurons typically are found in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain that controls hunger, thirst and sex drive. The hypothalamus also works with the brain’s pituitary gland, which makes hormones that communicate directly with reproductive organs. The good news: Experts may be able to develop therapies to prevent or reverse the damaging effects of air pollution on fertility by targeting the part of the brain affected. —Environmental Health Perspectives

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SWEET, IT’S NOT

PANDEMIC CHEER

We know we should limit intake of sweeteners, such as sugar, but that includes artificial sweeteners as well, which have been linked to an increased risk of cancer—breast, liver, kidney and colorectal, among others. Stevia has been shown to be safer than aspartame, saccharine and other artificial sweeteners, but all should be limited. —PLOS Medicine

Older adults reported drinking more—14 percent more—during the pandemic. Twenty-three percent of drinkers ages 50 to 80 downed three or more cocktails per session. —University of Michigan

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{ YOUR HEALTH }

RUNNING AND ITS RISKS

Whether you’re a light jogger or a competitive racer, injuries threaten to derail your stride. But proper treatment can get you back on track. By Darius Amos You don’t need a ball, a net or a special field to take up running—just lace up a pair of sneakers and go! But as simple as the sport is, running isn’t always easy on the body. Everyone, from professional marathoners and Olympic sprinters to weekend warriors and summer 5K participants, is susceptible to the same aches and pains. The important thing is to treat your body well and “listen” to it. It’s one thing to battle through routine, exertionbased soreness, which many pro and beginner athletes do. “Ignoring pain is something you shouldn’t do,” the Mayo Clinic stresses. “You could be prolonging recovery or—even worse—creating a permanent injury.” Below are five injuries to which runners are susceptible. and suggestions for immediate treatment. The clinic recommends consulting your physician or physical therapist to rule out any severe injuries. Runner’s knee. In this injury, the kneecap is out of alignment. Common symptoms include a dull pain around the knee and even a clicking sound in the joint, especially when you’re consistently using stairs, squatting or sitting with a bent knee for a long period of time. High-stress exercise and overuse of the joint are typical causes, making runners good candidates for the ailment (though despite its name they have no monopoly on it). Treat it: Rest is imperative to allow the joint to recover; avoid things that make it hurt, such as running, squatting and standing for long periods of time. Icing the knee will ease the pain, and, when you’ve recovered, stretching and strengthening quadriceps muscles can help prevent future injuries. Achilles tendinitis. When your Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscle to the heel bone, becomes inflamed, you may experience mild achiness above the heel and in the back of the leg. Achilles tendinitis can be caused by prolonged running or stair climbing or a sudden increase in workout intensity. Treat it: Employ the R.I.C.E. technique (rest, ice, compression and elevation). You may need to avoid exercise for several days or switch to an activity that doesn’t strain the Achilles tendon, such as swimming, the Mayo Clinic advises. If there’s too much pain, consult your physical therapist or a physician so you don’t do further damage.

Shin splints. These sharp pains in the front of the lower leg along the tibia are often the result of a quick, dramatic change in workout. If your body isn’t properly trained or prepared, an increase in miles run or a spike in frequency can cause shin splits. People with flat feet develop shin splits more regularly than others. Treat them: Ice your shins for 20 minutes at a time, about five to six times a day, to keep swelling down. Rest is the other important treatment, Mayo Clinic says, but you don’t have to stop all activity. Biking and swimming will keep your cardiovascular system going while you’re taking a break from running. Plantar fasciitis. In this condition the plantar fascia, the band of tissue in the bottom of the foot from the heel to the toe, becomes inflamed. If you experience sharp, almost stabbing heel pain as soon as you step out of bed in the morning—particularly if you have tight calf muscles or a high arch or have just started running— you may have it. Treat it: Depending on its severity, a full recovery from this injury may take several months. Immediate treatment includes icing and rest, while using shoe inserts or switching to more supportive footwear can help as well. Stretching your fascia and Achilles can strengthen leg muscles and make your ankle and heel more stable. One move from the Mayo Clinic: With one hand holding your ankle and the other holding your toes, gently pull your toes backward until you feel a stretch in the bottom of your foot. Iliotibial (IT) band syndrome. Pain on the outside of the knee could be caused by a swollen IT band, the tendon that extends from the pelvic bone to the shinbone. Discomfort occurs when the connective tissue tightens and rubs against the thighbone. Long-distance runners, especially those who train regularly, are prone to this injury. Treat it: Allow the IT band to heal with proper rest; engage only in low-impact activities such as swimming. Use a foam roller to massage and loosen a tight IT band, but only use it as directed if the tendon is already irritated. Stretching also helps. Try this stretch from the Mayo Clinic: Lie on your back with your knees bent; lift your right leg over your left knee, hooking your right ankle around your left knee; then use your right leg to pull the left leg down to the right and hold it for 30 seconds. Repeat the process for the other leg.

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WHICH SHOE IS FOR YOU?

A runner needs only a few pieces of equipment, and proper running sneakers are key. Understanding your gait—the manner of your stride—can help you determine which pair of shoes is best (don’t buy a pair based on color alone!) and help you avoid injuries. If you have… Flat feet: You’re an overpronator, meaning your feet roll too far inward while running. Sneakers classified for “support” and made with built-in guiderails can help correct this. High arch: You’re a supinator, a person whose feet roll too far outward while in motion. Look for “neutral” shoes to keep your feet in place while running. Wide feet: Invest in a pair of sneakers specially made for greater widths.

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{ YOUR HEALTH }

SUMMER’S BACKYARD BUMMERS

BUG BITES OR STINGS

During New Jersey summers, we commonly see insects such as ants, bees, wasps, ticks, mosquitoes, spiders and gnats. The easiest way to prevent bite and stings is to wear a bug spray containing DEET (diethyltoluamide), which Dr. Tievsky says is most effective and safest for the skin. Protective clothing such as lightweight, long-sleeved tops and pants is recommended when you’re going outside, as is avoiding heavy perfumes, which can attract these bugs. If you get bitten, “a mild local reaction would be described as discomfort/pain, itching, redness, warmth and swelling of the area,” says Dr. Tievsky. But she adds that you should go to the ER immediately if you experience a generalized rash that within minutes develops into angioedema (swelling of the skin in the face, tongue, throat/ voice box) or disorientation, dizziness or nausea/vomiting.

A doctor explains six hazards that can strike right on your own property—and what you can do. By Haley Longman

You wait all year for the joys of summer: family time, long weekends, beach getaways and barbecues with friends. But unfortunately, this season is also associated with dangers that can threaten your health— in your own backyard. So BERGEN chatted with Erika Tievsky, D.O., an internal medicine physician at Valley Medical Group in Paramus affiliated with The Valley Hospital, to learn what to do about six outdoor dangers.

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FIREPIT OR GRILL ACCIDENTS

S’mores-making and steakgrilling can quickly go from fun to dangerous if your firepit or grill isn’t handled properly. The best way to avoid burns is to use a firepit or BBQ grill only in a clear area without overhangs or trees, and always to make sure adults are attending to it. Dr. Tievsky notes that you run the risk of infection with even a moderate burn, so if you’re burned (even if you’re in doubt whether it’s serious enough), go to a doctor or hospital so that you can receive fluids and antibiotics. “We usually use topical silver sulfadiazine to prevent infection,” she says. Mild burn wounds can typically be treated at home with gentle soap and water.

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FOOD POISONING

Food spoils faster in the heat; that’s why this problem is more common in summertime. Symptoms of food poisoning include abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting and diarrhea, which can be hard to distinguish from an ordinary stomach bug. “In food poisoning, symptoms generally start from two to six hours after ingestion of contaminated food, whereas with gastroenteritis, symptoms may begin as long as 24 to 48 hours later,” Dr. Tievsky says. Unless you’re severely dehydrated and lightheaded, most cases of food poisoning can be treated at home with Pepto-Bismol. (But avoid Imodium, which can mask infections in these cases.) “The most important goal here is to rehydrate and supplement with electrolytes such as coconut water or Gatorade,” notes Dr. Tievsky.

HEAT EXHAUSTION

Hydration is always the goal in the summer. “Scheduling water drinking is strongly recommended, especially in children,” says our expert, who says general guidelines recommend drinking three to eight ounces of water every 20 minutes for 9- to 12-year-old children and 34 to 50 ounces per hour for adolescents—even more during activity. This is in an effort to avoid heat exhaustion, which the doctor describes as “an elevated core body temp between 98.6 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit in the setting of a known heat exposure.” Symptoms in adults include nausea/vomiting, sweating, headache, fatigue, dizziness, severe thirst and at times very mild confusion, which eases within 30 minutes of treatment. Tend to heatstroke quickly by lying down in an air-conditioned room and by consuming salty fluids to restore the lost electrolytes, says the doc.

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LAWN-MOWER ACCIDENTS

Many precautions should be taken if you mow your own lawn, including “wearing heavy shoes, not mowing a wet lawn, never pulling a running mower backward and always keeping children and pets away from the lawn when mowing it,” says Dr. Tievsky. Even a minor superficial mowing-related injury should be treated; flush the wound thoroughly and apply topical antibiotics to prevent infection. More serious injuries, however, usually require surgical intervention, she notes, to repair tendon damage and to deep-clean and suture wounds.

SWIMMINGPOOL MISHAPS

No matter how good a swimmer your child may be, youngsters of all ages require supervision while swimming in a pool—a fence around it to prevent kids from falling in isn’t sufficient. And aside from the obvious drowning risk in children, adults too are prone to pool-related accidents, such as swimmer’s shoulder, which can involve cramping or other muscle injuries; and swimmer’s ear, an infection in the ear that’s often caused by water remaining in the ear canal after swimming. To help prevent swimmer’s ear, “avoid swimming in dirty bodies of water, and carefully clean your ears with a cotton swab (only on the outer area) after swimming,” Dr. Tievsky advises. As for symptoms that indicate when to go to the ER after a swimmingrelated injury? “Signs include persistent fevers, excruciating pain and decreased range of movement,” she says.

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KEEPING THE BUZZ AT BAY

Bergen County is working hard to control mosquitoes, and there are steps you can take to do the same. By Leslie Garisto Pfaff Matthew Bickerton is a trapper, but his quarry isn’t fox or marten, and he doesn’t have to venture into the woods to track it down. In fact, Bickerton doesn’t particularly want to find anything in his traps, though at this time of year they’re never empty. As an entomologist with Bergen County’s Department of Health, he’s after decidedly smaller game—specifically, mosquitoes—and he’s not out to kill them, but to count them. His discoveries help the county’s Department of Mosquito Control determine where the pests are breeding; what diseases, if any, they’re carrying; and how bad they’re going to be this year—an estimation that depends largely on prevailing weather conditions. “Warm and wet works for mosquitoes and virus,” he says, referring to West Nile virus, the predominant disease transmitted from mosquitoes to humans. Last year in Bergen County, June was very warm and very wet, as were July, August and September, and the mosquito population was one of the highest in recent memory. Water is a particular problem because it’s where mosquitoes lay their eggs. From the Meadowlands to your backyard birdbath, those eggs are getting ready to hatch into the tiny larvae, known as wrigglers, that will become full-fledged mosquitoes in a matter of days, their sights (or, better put, their proboscises) trained on you and your family. That doesn’t mean the county isn’t hard at

work keeping mosquito populations down, or that there’s nothing you can do to keep the pests from ruining your summer. In both cases, though, diligence is required. Bergen is home to some 40 different species of mosquito, each behaving somewhat differently. “Some,” notes Warren Staudinger, director of the county’s mosquito control department, “are really dependent on rain— those are our floodwater mosquitoes. Others like stagnant water—we call them backyard, containerinhabiting mosquitoes.” Most tend to feed at dawn and dusk, but at least one species— the Asian tiger mosquito, so called for its striking black and white stripes— is perfectly comfortable chowing down (on you) during the day as well. You probably don’t need this article to tell you that mosquitoes are at their worst in July, August and September. “That’s when the phone rings off the hook,” says Staudinger, “and the Asian tiger mosquito is the cause of most of those complaints.” When asked what residents are complaining about, Grace Grootenboer, the county’s chief mosquito BERGENMAG.COM

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{ SPECIAL REPORT } inspector, laughs, but not without sympathy. “That they’re getting chewed alive,” she says. “That they’re being carried away.” It may be hard to believe, but if it weren’t for the county’s mosquito control efforts, things would be a heck of a lot worse. The chief objective is to get the larvae before they become biting adults. To do that, the county sprays with a bacterium known as Bacillus thuringiensis, or BTI, which is lethal to mosquito larvae but, according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, harmless to people and other mammals, fish, birds and other insects. Some spraying is done by helicopter, especially over large areas like the Meadowlands and the county’s northern flood plains, but it’s also done by hand. Because it’s impossible to get every mosquito in the larval stage, says Staudinger, the county also sprays for adult mosquitoes, with a class of insecticides known as pyrethroids, synthetic formulations that are similar to the insecticide pyrethrin, derived from the chrysanthemum plant. In safe doses, pyrethroids aren’t toxic to humans and other mammals, but they do kill most insects. To keep them from killing off large numbers of beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies, the county usually sprays between 4 and 5 a.m., when insects other than mosquitoes aren’t likely to be out and flying. Determining where to spray is crucial. Inspectors rely on an electronic database cataloging known mosquito habitats; after a heavy rain, they’ll check traps in those habitats to see if any of the mosquitoes are harboring West Nile virus. If they find what Staudinger calls a West Nile “hot spot,” the county will spray, usually with truck-mounted units. It will also spray residential properties, if requested, at no cost. But Grootenboer offers a caveat: “Some people think that the treatment is a preventative, and it’s not. It will only knock down the mosquitoes in flight at that time. The real preventative is for residents and their neighbors to maintain their backyards.” In fact, many of the mosquitoes that plague us in our backyards were born and bred there, or nearby, on our neighbors’ properties, and container-born mosquitoes—those that hatch from eggs laid in containers such as birdbaths, baby pools, old tires and tarpaulins—represent the county’s number-one mosquito problem. With that in mind, the county developed a program known as Bergen Bites Back (co. bergen.nj.us/health-promotion/bergen-bitesback), offering resources for residents who want to learn about, and combat, mosquitoes (and those other backyard menaces, ticks), including links, downloadable materials and a checklist of common mosquito habitats. Saddle River resident Stephen Wiessner, executive director of Englewood’s Flat Rock Brook Nature Association, notes that “the No. 1 thing I do to discourage mosquitoes in

But for vulnerable people, avoiding contact with infected mosquitoes is critical. What you wear outside can make a significant difference. Long sleeves and long pants offer great protection against mosquitoes, as long as they’re loose-fitting. Bickerton warns that “mosquitoes can get through tight-fitting clothing,” which allows them to make direct contact with the skin; avoid fabrics like lycra and spandex. In addition, avoid wearing dark colors, which attract mosquitoes. Of course, covering yourself head to toe on a hot and humid day isn’t particularly pleasant—the bugs may not get you, but heat prostration may. If you’re eating or socializing outside, the solution may be as simple as a fan. A study out of Michigan State University found that a simple house fan was effective at repelling mosquitoes, both because the insects find it hard to navigate in strong winds and because the breeze from a fan disperses exhaled carbon dioxide, a strong mosquito attractant. Recently, many Bergen yards have sprouted lawn signs advertising that they’ve been treated by a mosquito control service such as Mosquito Shield or Last Bite. If you’re thinking of going that route, Bickerton advises, do your due diligence: Find out what they —Grace Grootenboer, Bergen County spray with and whether it can be chief mosquito inspector harmful to you, your pets, or backyard inhabitants like birds and beneficial insects. How do they apply the spray? “I’ve debris, like toys, lawn furniture, leaves, fallen heard of instances where they’re spraying branches and overgrown vegetation from the lawn, which doesn’t make sense because your property so mosquitoes don’t have many mosquitoes don’t hang out on the lawn,” says places to ‘hang out.’” Bickerton. You may also want to make sure For any of these measures to be truly that your neighbors don’t object, since sprays effective, of course, you’ll need to spread the will inevitably drift to adjoining properties. word to your neighbors and get them to join in. Even so, you’re not likely to knock out every Finally, advises Staudinger, confirm that the company has a commercial applicator license. mosquito in the neighborhood. That’s where Don’t waste time and money on “solutions” mosquito deterrents and repellents come in. that don’t solve the problem. Some ultrasonic The most effective repellents contain DEET devices, for example, have actually been (diethyltoluamide), an oil that’s been proven shown to attract mosquitoes. And citronella, to repel mosquitoes and other biting insects which in large concentrations can repel over a long period of time (the more DEET mosquitoes, doesn’t do the trick when used in in the product, the longer it works). A study candle form. So-called bug zappers, which use published in the New England Journal of light to attract insects and then electrocute Medicine found that while other substances, them, are great at killing moths and other including soybean oil, mineral oil, citronella night-flying insects, but not mosquitoes, and some essential oils, do repel mosquitoes, which aren’t attracted to light. And Bickerton none works for very long and all require notes that plants touted for their mosquitofrequent reapplication. repelling properties—marigolds and Staudinger notes that it’s especially eucalyptus, for instance—have been shown to important for older residents and those be largely ineffective. On the other hand, they with compromised immune systems look pretty and smell nice, which can go a to use an effective repellent in order long way toward making summer pleasurable, to protect against West Nile virus. In with or without mosquitoes. fact, says Bickerton, “most people who The takeaway: If you want to keep become infected with West Nile don’t mosquitoes out of your yard, be diligent even show symptoms. But people who are about hunting down and emptying sources immunocompromised can get extremely of standing water. If you want to keep them ill with the virus.” The number of serious off your skin, use an effective, long-lasting cases in Bergen County tends to be small: repellent. And if you need some good news: three cases in a typical year, with 10 cases Hey, autumn is just a couple of months away. representing an annual record.

my own backyard is to remove all standing water.” The word “all” is key: Mosquitoes have been known to reproduce in a water-filled soda-bottle cap. Birdbaths are OK, as long as you change the water at least every five days, which is how long it takes a mosquito larva to turn into an adult. Other common traps for standing water are buckets, recycling bins, watering cans, kids’ toys and plant saucers (for a complete list, go to the Bergen Bites Back site). Don’t forget to check your gutters; if they’re blocked, they can accumulate water. And those flexible downspout connectors? If they’re not pitched steeply enough, they can collect water in their ridges (a favorite spawning site for Asian tiger mosquitoes, according to Staudinger). If you have a pond on your property that isn’t stocked with fish (which happily gobble up mosquitoes and their larvae), you can add BTI in the form of mosquito “dunks,” widely available online. In addition to removing water, advises Debora Davidson, executive director of the Tenafly Nature Center, “remove excess

“The real preventative is for residents and their neighbors to maintain their backyards.”

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“HOW DO I…

HOW-TO’S Look your best this summer with savvy hair and makeup tips from local pros.

When beauticians and hair stylists work their magic, it’s natural to wonder how you can achieve similar results at home. Thus women have lots of questions, many beginning with the phrase “How do I—?” But there isn’t always time for every question, and it’s hard to remember all the answers anyway when you’re sitting in the chair at the salon. Now there’s help. BERGEN asked top beauty experts around the county eight of the top “How do I—?” questions, and they replied with tips that can help make this the summer when you love how you look.

….know which style is right for me?” When you’re thinking of trying out a new cut or style, consider four things, says Oded Gabay: “volume, length, shape in the back and shape in the front.” He says it’s as much about knowing what you don’t want your hair to look like as what you do. Look at magazines and celebrities for inspiration, and bring in photos so your stylist has a starting point. “I love inspiration photos because it cuts down on consultation time,” says Caitlyn Bronsky. “I won’t give you exactly what’s in the photo, but I’ll make it work for you based on your hair texture, type and color.” …know which color or highlights will suit me?” The color you use to dye or highlight should match your complexion, your roots and your eyebrows if you don’t microblade or otherwise change the natural color of your brows, our experts say. If you can’t visit the salon every few weeks for a touch-up, make sure your stylist gives you a low-maintenance color that complements your natural hue and will grow out nicely, says Bronsky—and that fills the void in your hair. “Maybe you want to cover grays, or you want brightness around the face,” she says. “The tone should complement that.” Gabay adds that depending on your skin tone, if you have distinct features—such as bright blue eyes—you can pull off extreme colors such as platinum blond, bright red or black. ….know how—and how often— to shampoo and condition my hair?” Whatever you may have thought, how often you wash and condition your hair should be determined by your scalp, not by your strands. As a rule of thumb, says Gabay, those with an oily scalp should wash a few times a week with a cleansing or volumizing shampoo (the latter removes

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Jeanette Batista, owner, Blushh Beauty Studio, Elmwood Park

Caitlyn Bronsky, owner, Cait Bronsky Beauty Co., Wyckoff

Victoria De Los Rios, owner, My Makeup Artist Victoria, Rutherford

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excess oil); drier scalps can go longer between washes, and normal scalps should wash and condition about every other day. “If you see foam and bubbles” when you wash, “you’re doing it right.” But the technique you use to apply shampoo and conditioner is important too, adds Bronsky. “With shampoo, scratch at your scalp like you have an itch,” she says. “You don’t need to put your hair on top of your head like you’re in an Herbal Essence commercial, because that will break and fade your hair.” Instead, she says, apply shampoo to the roots and conditioner to the ends only. …help maintain my salon blowout?” A good blowout on hair that’s been cleaned well and thoroughly stripped of oil buildup will last no matter what, our stylists say, but to give it an extra day or two of wear, rollers are key. Bronsky recommends placing a one-and-a-half-inch Velcro roller in that one little “fringe” area in the front; Gabay tells his clients to refresh blown-out hair with a set of hot rollers that won’t damage the hair as a curling iron would. Plus, rollers are more practical than setting the hair with pins as your grandma may have done.

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Makeup “HOW DO I…

…ensure that my brows enhance my face?” Getting pretty brows really isn’t about your eyes at all—it’s about your nose, our experts say. “The brow should align with the tip of your nose; your arch aligns with your pupil and the tip of your nose and your tail aligns with the end of your eye all the way down to your nostril,” says Jeanette Batista. Fluffy brows are on trend at the moment; you can achieve them at home by brushing the brows up and filling in sparse areas with a brow mascara, says Pilar Fletcher. Also on the market are brow pencils and powders, which Victoria De Los Rios prefers for her clients. “Then I’ll use a clear mascara gel to set it,” she says.

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Beautycounter Brilliant Brow Gel, $26, available at beautycounter.com Kelley Baker Brow Powder Duo, $24, available at Walmart, multiple locations REFY Brow Sculpt Shape and Hold Gel with Lamination Effect, $24, available at Sephora, multiple locations …make my eyes look bigger and brighter?” Unless you’re getting dressed up for a special occasion, there’s no need to go heavy on the eye shadow, especially in the summer. Instead, our experts say a good trick is to use a big fluffy brush to blend bronzer into the crease of your eye to open it up. “You can also apply cheek highlighter to the inner corner if you prefer more shimmer,” Fletcher notes. As far as eyeliner is concerned, apply a nude or white liner to your waterline to brighten your peepers— it blends with the whites of the eye, says Batista—and save the black or a softer brown for the top lid only. “For clients who want a more subtle liner look, I’ll use a precision brush with dark eye shadow and smudge

it out so the line isn’t as aggressive [as liner],” says Bronsky. Finally, you can achieve full, long lashes without investing in falsies or extensions. Each of our experts has a different preference, from lash serums that help growth from the root (Batista swears by them) to using an eyelash curler (Bronsky’s fave) before applying eye makeup. But really, all you need is a good mascara you know how to apply. “Concentrate on building volume at the root and then swipe up to create length,” says De Los Rios. And Fletcher says that the more layers you apply, the better.

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Kevyn Aucoin eyelash curler, $24, available at Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122 Honest Beauty extreme length 2-in-1 mascara and lash primer, $17.99, available at Target, multiple locations Benefit BADgal Bang! mascara, $27, available at Ulta, multiple locations …get that natural summer glow?” Pro tip: You’re not going to achieve that glowy, dewy vibe from piling on foundation. In fact, unless you prefer fuller coverage for fine lines or blemishes, most of our experts prefer a lighter, more sheer face product that won’t cake or transfer onto your clothes in the heat. You can get this look from a tinted moisturizer or a BB cream (aka a beauty balm). “To find the right shade, you want to blend on your jaw line and see how it blends with your face and neck in natural lighting,” says Batista. Bronsky says that if you ask, many stores will give you samples so you can test out different brands and shades at home. De Los Rios suggests selecting a product with a yellow base to counteract redness, or an orange base to even out dark spots or pigmentation. And our experts agree that right now it’s all about the cheeks. Bronsky loves a cream blush that appears “glowy without looking greasy,” and Batista typically applies a powder over the cream to intensify the color. Fletcher prefers

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a blush stick in peach or mauve. “These tend to be waterproof and look really great with a tan,” she says. But what’s a made-up face if it’s going to fade within the hour? The best way to keep your makeup for the day is by applying a setting spray or a translucent or pressed powder in between steps (such as after you apply your skincare products and before your bronzer and highlighter). Then give your face a few more spritzes at the end. Powder is perfect for under the eyes to avoid caking, but “the [finishing] spray locks it all in and makes the products blend together,” Batista says.

Yves Saint Laurent Nu Skin tint, $38, available at Bloomingdale’s, Hackensack, 201.457.2000 NARS bronzer powder, $38, available at Ulta, multiple locations NARS liquid blush, $30, available at Ulta, multiple locations MILK Makeup Hydro Grip Setting & Refreshing Spray, $26, available at Sephora, multiple locations …keep my lips looking and feeling great?” Before you apply your lip product, it’s best for your kisser to be moisturized and soft. Bronsky and De Los Rios swear by a lip mask, which hydrates and plumps lips overnight. If you want to keep it natural, opt for a neutral-colored gloss or a lip oil, which has the same effect as a gloss but is a bit less sticky, says Batista. For a more made-up lip, apply a liner that’s slightly darker than your natural shade to create shape and definition, and then fill in the middle with a gloss or lipstick in a lighter shade. “This gives you a pouty, easy look,” Fletcher says.

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YOUR OUTDOOR PARTY Remember fun? It’s primed for a comeback at social events you host this summer. Thus, a few tips.

You don’t always need a special occasion to host friends and family, especially in summertime. Get-togethers can be casual, social and fun— toss in delicious food, refreshing drinks and a slight breeze and you have a relaxing outdoor party. In case you haven’t opened your home to guests in the past two years—or simply want to elevate your entertaining game—BERGEN asked Aimee Petersen of The Perfect Shindig, a Wyckoff-based party planner, for suggestions. A gathering with friends, after all, is known to boost happiness, reduce stress and improve selfconfidence, according to the Mayo Clinic.

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Get cozy. Petersen says mingling in different areas or zones in a yard became popular during the height of the pandemic—it promotes social distancing and allows guests to congregate in smaller groups. “Create little nooks and spaces for your guests to gather and enjoy, with furniture that is comfortable and welcoming,” she says. “Use your property and arrange things so there is a nice flow and designated areas for gathering and games and food and drinks.” Varying seating options is also a good idea. “A picnic-style table low to the ground with floor cushions is all the rage, while regular-style picnic tables or farm tables with umbrellas work nicely too. An outdoor summer party is not complete without some lounge areas where guests can feel as if they’re in the comfort of your living room.” For larger parties, Petersen recommends a tented or covered area in the event of rain—or if you can’t usher everyone comfortably inside your home. Top the table. Entertaining in the backyard gives you the opportunity to use natural elements as table décor. Petersen suggests deploying a runner with flowers or potted plants on top of a long table. “It’s a great way to incorporate seasonal flowers and a pop of color,” she says. Sunflowers are also ideal for a bright, sunny day. “But sometimes less is more: Simple, single-stem bud vases with sweet floral choices or keeping things all green but plush can be a nice way to adorn your tables,” says Petersen. Fruit can also be tied into the table arrangements. “Try citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons and limes, or focus on the reds like strawberries, cherries and watermelon, and add white and greenery,” she adds. “The possibilities are endless, but make it intentional and never underestimate the power of a little décor to make your outdoor party warm and welcoming.” These natural elements also have health benefits too: Spending time in and around gardens can improve memory performance and attention span by 20 percent, according to a Journal of Public Health study.

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Get food and drinks ready. Party time is best spent with your guests—not cutting up vegetables or manning a hot grill. If catering isn’t an option (to cook, serve and clean), prepare as many dishes as you can in advance and transfer them to coordinated serveware before the party, Petersen advises. Her party menu is usually filled with appetizers, she says, as these bite-sized morsels won’t “overstuff” your company. “A charcuterie spread for when guests arrive is a great way to whet their palates. For the main meal, grazing among a variety of light selections such as crisp and cold salads, juicy burgers and in-season fruit skewers feels right on a summer day.” Serving a signature cocktail, especially one with a fun, seasonal name, is a great way to personalize the occasion. “Add signage showing off the signature option,” she says. Another idea is to prepare pitchers of specialty summer drinks and display them on a vintage cart. “You can serve a few varieties like lemonade, iced tea, seasonal fruit-infused water and maybe a spiked option like white sangria for adults. If it’s hot, your guests will love this station.” Keep ’em busy. Your friends will have a blast catching up, especially if it’s over a fun (and not too competitive) game. A giant checker- or chessboard or cornhole will provide everyone enjoyment—not just kids! “Games can even break the ice for guests who don’t know each other well,” Petersen says. If your friends are bringing their children, consider renting a bounce house or have crafts and activities lined up for the young ones. Music—either live or through a smartphone and speakers—will maintain the vibe, even when the sun goes down. And when it gets dark, string lights and lanterns will bring the party to life. “Line walkways or high-traffic areas with LED tea lights,” the party planner suggests. Have bug spray or mosquito-repellent bracelets on hand so people won’t have to shoo bugs away too often. “A great favor for the ladies,” Petersen adds, “is an insect-repellent scarf they can wear all night and get to take home.” BERGENMAG.COM

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LIFE’S A BEACH

There’s no better place to escape daily life, clear your head and relax than at the beach. Luckily, we live a quick car ride away from pristine beaches— some with bustling boardwalks, others more suited for those seeking peace and quiet. So grab your towels, slather on that sunscreen and get outside. ALLENHURST

Description: This beach club has perks for members (pool access, cabanas etc.), but nonmembers are given access to all beach amenities with the purchase of a daily pass, which includes bathrooms and showers. It’s a serene beach quieter than some of its neighbors, and also has an ocean-view restaurant. Don’t miss the annual Allenhurst Labor Day Weekend tradition where the ocean is dyed green—the borough has been doing this since 1943. Beach fees: For non-members, club fees are $10 daily for adults; children ages 12 and under are free. Beach parking: Free street parking Pets: No pets allowed. For more information, call 732.531.2700

ASBURY PARK

Description: Baby, we were born to run (on the beach). Come play on the beach with family and stroll down the streets that inspired The Boss himself. With iconic music venues, art galleries and buildings in Victorian, Gothic, Federal Revival and other styles, Asbury Park has something for everyone. Beach fees: $6 daily for adults (Monday–Friday), $9 weekends and holidays, FREE for 12 and under as well as active military members and veterans with military ID. Beach parking: Payable at kiosk or via ParkMobile app. Pets: Dogs are allowed on the 8th Avenue Dog Beach through September, 6 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. only. For more information, call 732.502.8863

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Description: This family-oriented town has a little bit of everything, from quaint, Victorianesque bed and breakfasts to a boardwalk with live music and street fairs. Want to do more than just sit and tan? You can surf or boat at Woodland Avenue and East End Avenue beaches. Beach fees: $10 per person for ages 12 and older. Passes must be purchased through the Viply app. Beach parking: Free street parking Pets: Pets are only allowed in the off-season, October through May. For more information, call 732.502.4510

BELMAR

Description: This family-friendly beach stretches 1.2 miles and features a small boardwalk with food and refreshment vendors. Additional eateries and taverns are located less than a mile away on Main Street. Want a cute date idea or something for the kids? Check out 9th Ave. Pier for mini golf. Beach fees: $10 daily for adults, free for 13 and under, active military members and veterans. Passes must be purchased online before arriving at the both at belmarbeachbadges.com. Beach parking: Payable via ParkMobile app for beachfront; free on side streets. Pets: Prohibited on the beach until October. For more information, call 732.681.3700

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BRADLEY BEACH

Description: Those looking to escape the Jersey Shore crowds will find solace at Bradley Beach, which has a serene boardwalk with shops and restaurants. Patrons can also walk, bike ride or jog along the boardwalk, and fishing is permitted at certain spots along the water. Meanwhile, tots will enjoy the amenities here too, including a bevy of playgrounds set up for the 4-and-younger set. Beach fees: $12 for adults; kids 11 and under are free. Admission is free for active military members and their spouses, as well as for veterans with proper ID. Beach parking: Parking pay stations are located throughout the town; it’s $1.50 an hour from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pets: Dogs are only permitted on the beach, boardwalk or promenade from Oct. 1 through May 15. For more information, call 732.776.2999 ext. 3310

DEAL

Description: There are two options for beachgoers in Deal; Conover Pavilion, the main public beach, or Deal Casino Beach Club, which is a private club with pool and beach access. There’s no boardwalk in town, but it’s perfect for a relaxing day at the Shore if you won’t miss all the hustle and bustle. Beach fees: For Conover Pavilion, fees are $10 for weekday admission or $12 for weekends and holidays; children under 12 are free. Beach parking: Free street parking Pets: No pets allowed. For more information, call 732.531.0404

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LOCH ARBOUR

Description: Loch Arbour is small, spanning just two long blocks and one-tenth of a square mile. But this quaint Jersey beach, arguably the tiniest in Monmouth County, is small but mighty, and offers great views of Asbury Park without the traffic and crowds. Stop by the Village Beach Club for refreshments, a snack and a bathroom break. Beach fees: $10 per person Mon.-Thurs.; $12 on Fri.-Sun. and holidays. Beach parking: Most streets offer free parking, but there are a few streets near Ocean Place that require meters. Pets: 8th Avenue Dog Beach in Asbury Park is at the border of Loch Arbour, at which dogs are allowed through September. For more information, call 732.531.4740

LONG BRANCH

Description: Long Branch is a bustling shore town with a lot to offer, including the Pier Village promenade (home to New Jersey’s biggest July 4th celebration, OceanFest), tons of beachfront restaurants and shops and two miles of boardwalk starting at Seven Presidents Beach, a 38-acre beach park for sand and surf. Beach fees: $5 on weekdays, $7 for weekends and holidays. Teens ages 14-17 are $3 every day, and kids under 13, seniors over age 62, military members, veterans and disabled individuals are always free. Beach parking: You may luck out and find free parking on a side street, but the parking lot where most beachgoers park is $10 for the day on weekends. Pier Village has free but limited parking too. Pets: No pets permitted. For more information, call 732.222.7000

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Description: Mile-long Manasquan beach is a clean, well-maintained beach for the whole family. Main Beach has food and an arcade, while active types will find plenty to do (like surf or fish) at Manasquan Inlet. Beach fees: $10 for everyone ages 12 and over; veterans and active military personnel and their families are free. Beach parking: Manasquan Beach offers free on-street parking. Alternatively, there are five municipal lots that, if you’re not a season pass holder, require a nominal daily fee of $10 on weekdays or $15 for weekends and holidays. Pets: Leashed dogs are only permitted on the beach (but not on the boardwalk) in the off-season of October to April. You can, however, bring your furry friend to Fisherman’s Cove Conservation, a riverfront park with a small dog-friendly beach area. For more information, call 732.223.2514

MONMOUTH BEACH

Description: Monmouth Beach Bathing Pavilion is where you’ll find sand and sun and plenty of space to sprawl out with your beach gear. It’s clean and well-kept, but isn’t the beach for you if you’re looking for a boardwalk and/or lots of restaurants at which to grab a bite. Beach fees: $10 for a daily pass Beach parking: Street parking is free but limited; otherwise, try the free municipal lot located near the pavilion. Pets: Pets are not permitted. For more information, call 732.229.2204

Above, from left: It’s easy to catch some rays (with sunscreen, of course) in Ocean Grove—just grab a seat along the boardwalk or spread out a blanket on the pristine sand; beachgoers who prefer a more quiet afternoon for sunbathing or for fishing, Spring Lake is the answer for beachgoers who prefer a quiet morning of fishing or a peaceful afternoon of sunbathing. There are plenty of pups playing in the sand in the fenced-in portion near Pitney Avenue.

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Description: A half-mile promenade alongside Ocean Grove’s quaint beach is a nice respite from the Jersey Shore madness. Two blocks away from the boardwalk is the charming downtown, where you can grab a bite or indulge in some retail therapy. Beach fees: $8 per person; children 11 and under are free. Note that for the 2022 season, the beach won’t open until 12 p.m. on Sundays. Beach parking: You can park for free on the street or in a lot if you purchase a beach badge. Pets: Leashed dogs are only allowed in the off-season, October through May. For more information, call 732.988.5533

SANDY HOOK

Description: This 7-mile-long barrier beach peninsula jutting into the Atlantic Ocean and Sandy Hook Bay is part of the National Park Services’ Gateway National Recreation Area, which encompasses 26,000 acres of parklands in parts of New Jersey and New York. It features public beaches, salt marshes, a holly forest and numerous historical landmarks. Beach fees: Free with vehicle parking. Beach parking: $20 per day Pets: Prohibited on the beach until fall. For more information, call 732.872.5970

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SEA BRIGHT

Description: The borough of Sea Bright has seven free public beaches along Ocean Avenue. There’s also Sea Bright Municipal Beach in the center of town, which has more bells and whistles including lifeguards, parking, restrooms and locker rentals. Municipal Beach is also walking distance to Sea Bright’s downtown area, but there’s no boardwalk—it’s more like a sitting area with no activities or concessions. Beach fees: $8 for ages 12 and over; kids under 12 and military personnel and family members are free. Beach parking: $2 per hour every day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pets: Prohibited on the beach until Labor Day. For more information, call 732.842.0099

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Description: Two miles of oceanfront and pristine waters await you at Spring Lake. It’s a modest beach (and boardwalk), ideal for those seeking some peace and quiet. The beaches at the North End Pavilion and South End Pavilion have restrooms, outdoor showers and food concessions available to all visitors. Beach fees: $10 for a daily pass; kids 12 and under are free. Beach parking: Free along Ocean Ave. Pets: Prohibited on the beach until Sept. 30 except in the fenced area near Pitney Ave. For more information, call 732.449.0800

Description: Sea Girt has a white-sand beach with one mile of a boardwalk with gazebos and seating areas. It spans from the Historic Sea Girt Lighthouse to the southern end of town, which features turn-of-the-century architecture and charming restaurants and shops. Beach fees: $11.98 daily; children 11 and under are free. Admission is free after 4:30 p.m. Beach parking: Parking is free, if you’re lucky enough to snag a spot along the four-block stretch of parking along the boardwalk. Pets: Prohibited on the beach until Sept. 30. For more information, call 732.449.9335

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Going away with kids is called a trip. An adults-only getaway while the children are at sleepaway camp? Now that’s a vacation. Each of the spa resorts listed here offers just what Mom and Dad (or Grandma and Grandpa) crave this summer—utter relaxation, top-notch accommodations and wellness-centric activities. And they’re just a short drive from Bergen County, so you can put that extra gas money toward relaxing spa services instead.

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CRYSTAL SPRINGS RESORT, VERNON, N.J.

Odds are you’ve heard of this resort nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, which can facilitate all types of getaways—romantic rendezvous, girls’ weekends, even family-friendly trips (for next time, perhaps). With 10 restaurants, six golf courses and two hotels with one spa each, Crystal Springs has choices galore. The glamorous Reflections Spa uses innovative technologies and top-of-the-line products for facials, massages and body treatments (how glam does the Rose Quartz Luxe Signature Facial sound?), while Elements Spa sticks with more natural products and age-old techniques to improve the look and feel of your skin (CBD hemp-oil massage, anyone?). Pro tip: Don’t leave Crystal Springs without booking a table at Restaurant Latour, which offers seasonal farm-to-table fare and is touted as one of the best restaurants in New Jersey. Bonus: You must be at least 21 to dine there, so even your meal can be kid-free. For booking and pricing: crystalgolfresort.com

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MOHONK MOUNTAIN HOUSE, NEW PALTZ, N.Y.

Perched on Shawangunk Ridge south of the Catskills is this iconic resort with an award-winning spa to match. Wellness is paramount at this upstate oasis featuring rustic, Victorian-esque guest rooms, and plenty of activities are on tap; there are 85 miles of hiking trails, mindfulness classes, yoga sessions, yoga hikes and one-on-one meditation to help you unwind. Additionally, Mohonk has 80 specialty spa services that’ll also do the trick, such as the Recovery pedicure to help adventurous feet or the Arctic Berry Enyzme Exfoliating Facial Peel to ease just-astired skin. Pro tip: Be one with nature and finish off your serene stay with an experience at the brand-new Lakeview Summerhouse, an openair sanctuary where you can enjoy a spa treatment or yoga, fitness or meditation class while overlooking Lake Mohonk. For booking and pricing: mohonk.com

THE SPA AT BEAR MOUNTAIN, BEAR MOUNTAIN, N.Y.

After your nature walk or visit to the four museums within the Trailside Museums & Zoo at Bear Mountain, give yourself a relaxing respite at The Spa at Bear Mountain. Even adventurous types will appreciate an hour or two at this luxurious spa located in the historic Bear Mountain Inn. Customized facials, massages and body treatments are on tap here—the fullbody facial is glorious—and the place also offers manicures, pedicures and haircuts and styling. Pro tip: Enjoy a delicious meal overlooking the Adirondacks and the lake at 1915 Bar & Restaurant, named for the year the inn was built. For booking and pricing: visitbearmountain.com

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THE SPA AT NORWICH INN, NORWICH, CONN.

You’ll have 100 luxurious guest rooms—including rooms, suites and villas—to choose from on your getaway to Norwich Inn, but the truth is that you won’t be spending too much time in there anyway. That’s because there are 27 treatment rooms within the spa that offer massages, body wraps and facials as well as waxing and nail care. Spa guests are also entitled to the use of a gym, a jacuzzi, an indoor pool, a relaxation room, a sauna and a steam room. Finish off your day of selfcare with a trip to the salon for a blowout or a color pick-me-up. Pro tip: Try one of the special summer ’22 spa treatments such as the Bahama Mama Massage, featuring pineapple oil to relieve stress and delight the senses (and make you feel like you’ve been transported to the Caribbean, no doubt). For booking and pricing: thespaatnorwichinn.com

WOODLOCH RESORT, HAWLEY, PA.

Families have been creating summer memories at Woodloch since 1958, but you can do so even if you’re sans kids this time. Book a room with your spouse at the wellness-centric hotel, The Lodge at Woodloch, which offers group fitness classes, cooking demos, outdoor excursions and more good-for-you to-dos. Prefer relaxation to round-the-clock activities? Besides your standard massages, facials and body treatments, The Lodge at Woodloch also offers relaxation rooms, men’s and women’s fireplace lounges and co-ed soaking pools. Pro tip: New for the season are three can’t-miss spa amenities: a Himalayan salt sauna, the Tyrolean Bucket Shower and the country’s first-ever Snow Room, which uses dry snow and cool air to calm and ease the mind and body. For booking and pricing: thelodgeatwoodloch.com

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Deborah Visconi, President and CEO Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

230 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652 www.newbridgehealth.org CURRENT POSITION: President and CEO since 2017 EDUCATIONAL BACKROUND: Masters of Science ~ Health Care Administration Bachelors of Arts ~ Health Services Administration New School for Social Research, New York, NY

INSPIRATION TO BECOME A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL My family has been my source of inspiration and strength. I was inspired to get into healthcare at an early age to be able to give back to communities in need and vulnerable populations. My inspiration came from a drive to make changes to the health system that would deliver equal access to all that need care.

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WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE: As a Latinx hospital CEO, I understand first-hand and therefore am deeply committed to the needs of traditionally underserved communities and prioritize greater access to preventive care for LGBTQ+, The Lenape Ramapough Nation, Black and Brown communities, veterans, the elderly, those with autism and the differently abled. The diversity of Bergen New Bridge and our ability to bring specialized care directly into the communities that need it most is one of our many unique qualities.

GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENTS: I never thought I would be the CEO of the largest hospital in New Jersey through a pandemic, but that is exactly where I found myself. We proudly led way in testing, vaccinations, and therapeutics and truly recognized the importance of resiliency and being able to pivot, and pivot again, and again. Seeing first-hand the danger of healthcare disparities, I became even more passionate and committed to providing equitable health care access to underserved communities. The face of healthcare must change, we must be inclusive in our research, decisions, and efforts. It is a privilege to be able to be a catalyst for that change. I have also seen the mental health of our communities, our children, deeply affected and being able to provide the full spectrum of behavioral health and addiction services to help heal our hurting communities is something I take pride in. Having the ability to provide equitable access to quality care is one of my most important accomplishments. We are only as healthy as a society as our least healthy community member and there is no health without mental health.

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Rebecca Baxt, M.D., F.A.A.D. Baxt CosMedical® Dermatology & Laser Center

351 Evelyn Street, Suite 201, Paramus, NJ 07652 201.265.1300 | www.cosmedical.com CURRENT POSITION: Physician / President YEARS IN PRACTICE: 22 years EDUCATIONAL BACKROUND: Medical Degree (MD) University of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine Bachelors of Arts (BA), University of Pennsylvania, College of Arts & Sciences Chief Resident, Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, 1999-2000 Assistant Professor of Clinical Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine (2000 – 2019)

INSPIRATION TO BECOME A DOCTOR: My parents Dr. Saida Baxt & Dr. Sherwood Baxt. I am honored to be able to carry on their long-standing traditions of honesty, integrity and excellence in patient care.

MOST PROUD OF: My three amazing children growing into wonderful people.

GOALS FOR THE FUTURE: Continue to provide honest consultations and natural results for cosmetic patients as well as excellent quality care for dermatologic conditions. Continue to be innovative and an early adaptor of proven technology that will benefit my patients.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE: We are proud to offer outstanding patient care with excellent customer service using the best technology available. As a family practice we have been able to serve the Bergen County community for over 40 years. We are very busy because we are excellent at what we do and our #1 focus is patient care.

FAMILY/PASSIONS: I truly enjoy volunteering at BVMI (Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative) where I am on staff and able to help underserved and uninsured patients who live in Bergen County, New Jersey with their Dermatology needs. When I am not working, I enjoy time with my family and the outdoors. WHAT SERVICES DO YOU OFFER? Baxt CosMedical® is a premier Dermatology center and specializes in non-surgical cosmetic enhancements and medical dermatology. Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Rebecca Baxt, utilizes her extensive expertise to fulfill patients’ anti-aging and skin rejuvenation concerns as well as treat their skin conditions. Dr. Baxt specializes in treating Acne and Acne Scarring, Botox® and Filler, Coolsculpting®, Laser treatments, Rosacea, Facial Rejuvenation and Skin Cancer screenings and treatments. She diagnoses and treats conditions of the skin, hair and nails, and sees adult and pediatric patients. She is proud to offer honest consultations and natural results for cosmetic procedures. Dr. Rebecca Baxt has been serving the local community for over 20 years.

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Kimberly Agresta, MSW, LCSW Agresta Psychotherapy Group

60 Grand Ave., Englewood, NJ 07631 201.567.3117 | agrestapsychotherapy.com CURRENT POSITION: Psychotherapist/Co-Founder YEARS IN PRACTICE: 30 EDUCATIONAL BACKROUND: Masters in Social Work (MSW), New York University, Silver School of Social Work Bachelor of Arts (BA), Villanova University, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

INSPIRATION TO BECOME A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER: I was initially inspired to go into this field because of experience with two important therapists in my life including my mother, Nancé Agresta, co-owner of Agresta Psychotherapy Group. I am so proud to work alongside her.

MOST PROUD OF: Running a successful practice in New York and New Jersey for over 30 years, in addition to contributing to news and media magazines and appearing on Chanel 2’s “The Early Show”, all while watching my daughter grow into a capable and kind human being.

allow for those in need to have access to quality mental healthcare, as well as continuing to dismantle the mental health stigma that plagues our society.

WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE: At Agresta Psychotherapy Group (APG), we provide support and treatment in a safe and caring environment that is tailored specifically to each individual’s needs. We have several therapists on staff who each specialize in specific areas, allowing for various issues to be treated with the best expertise. FAMILY/PASSIONS: I enjoy working with charities such as the Lustgarten Foundation, ALS Association, Alzheimer’s Association, and St. Judes. In my free time, I enjoy being with my family, playing pickleball, biking, and frequenting the Jersey Shore. WHAT SERVICES DO YOU OFFER? At APG, we work with individuals, families, couples and children of all ages. We treat anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, eating disorders, addictions, sexual abuse, gender identity, trauma, and PMADS utilizing various methods for treatment including EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT and Mindfulness.

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Rolando Cibischino, DMD 71 Summit Avenue, Hackensack, NJ 07601 | 201.342.7742 | smilebeautification.com It’s summertime – the season to be our best selves which means focusing on both a safe, healthy body and a positive self image for better confidence and overall well-being. Dr. Rolando Cibischino’s 35 years of experience providing impeccable family, restorative and cosmetic dentistry have taught him firsthand that when patients “look good, they also feel better.” His holistic approach to dentistry includes the purest of materials and less dependence on medication, but most importantly, addresses the individual and unique needs of each patient focusing on the correlation between a healthy mouth and a healthy body. A beautiful smile plays a big part in the way we feel about ourselves. As form follows function, Dr Cibischino knows that creating beautiful smiles starts with proper function of the teeth, muscles and joints. What’s more, his expertise with cosmetic procedures like Botox, veneers and teeth whitening treatments help to achieve natural, bright, aesthetically-pleasing smiles that look and feel good all year round.

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n▢1 cup oat flour n 1 cup cooked black beans n▢1 cup seeded and puréed baked kabocha squash n▢1½₂cups dried dates, pits, if any, removed n▢½ cup plus 2 Tbs. organic cacao powder n▢1 scraped vanilla bean or 1 Tbs. vanilla extract n▢½₂tsp. aged tamari or aka (red) miso, or to taste n▢pinch freshly ground chipotle chili (optional) n▢decorating sugar crystals and/or freeze-dried berries

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For the date paste, in a saucepan, cover the dates with water. Bring to simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes. Alternatively, cover with water in a microwavesafe bowl and heat for 2 minutes on high power. Let cool in the soaking liquid. Transfer the rehydrated fruit to a high-speed blender. Add as little or as much of the soaking water as needed: less for a dense paste or more for a softer, looser texture. Blend until very smooth. This paste will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, and in the freezer for three months. For the kabocha, cut the squash into 1-inch slices, discard (or repurpose) the seeds and rinse. Lay the slices flat on a parchment paper–lined baking pan and roast at 375°F for 30 minutes, or until the flesh is soft with crispy, caramelized edges. In a blender or food processor, purée enough squash to measure 1 cup. Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a food processor with the metal blade, purée the flour, beans, squash, date paste, cacao, vanilla, tamari and chili (if using) until smooth. The batter will be thick and very sticky. Taste to correct the seasonings; you should be able to perceive them all in balance.

Since kabocha squash may be hard to find during the summer months, consider swapping it for canned pumpkin purée or canned sweet potato purée, which are available year-round.”

—Alexandra Orlan, registered dietitian nutritionist, Worksite Wellness Nutrition, Mahwah

Scrape the batter into an 8-x-8-inch or 7-x-9-inch glass baking dish (no need for parchment paper) or a metal baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 40 minutes, then check for doneness; when your kitchen fills with chocolatey aromas and a toothpick comes out almost clean, it’s ready. Do not overbake. Allow it to cool, then cut into small cubes. To decorate the bites, lightly dampen the tops with water, and sprinkle on a pinch of decorative sugar crystals or freeze-dried berries.

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NICER NEWTONS Yields 18-24 cookies, depending on size

INGREDIENTS:

n▢ 1½₂cups dried figs, pits, if any, removed n▢1 cup white whole-wheat flour or buckwheat flour, plus more for dusting n▢2 tsp. arrowroot powder n▢2 tsp. freshly ground golden flaxseeds n▢pinch freshly ground Ceylon (true) cinnamon n▢pinch freshly grated nutmeg, plus more for garnish n ½₄cup firm tofu, drained well n▢zest of 1 organic orange n▢½₂cup plant-based milk

DIRECTIONS:

For the fig paste, in a saucepan, cover the figs with water. Bring to simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes. Alternatively, cover with water in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 2 minutes on high power. Let cool in the soaking liquid. Transfer the rehydrated fruit to a high-speed blender. Add as little or as much of the soaking water as needed: less for a dense paste or more for a softer, looser texture. Blend until very smooth. This paste will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, and in the freezer for three months. Preheat the oven to 400°F. The fig paste should have the consistency of a thick marmalade. If it’s necessary to adjust, add a small amount of the reserved fig soaking liquid to 1 cup of the fig paste. Set aside for the filling.

Compared to their store-bought alternative, these Nicer Newtons are free from added sugars, artificial flavors and preservatives. The whole-food, nutrientdense ingredients provide a host of health benefits, from extra antioxidants to fiber.”

—Alexandra Orlan, registered dietitian nutritionist, Worksite Wellness Nutrition, Mahwah

Combine the flour, arrowroot, flaxseed, cinnamon and nutmeg in a food processor. Pulse to combine, then add the tofu and remaining ½ cup of the fig paste. Process until the dough gathers into a soft ball, about 2 minutes. Roll out the dough on a board dusted with flour, flipping and re-dusting as you go, until the dough is about 1⁄2₈ inch thick. Cut out shapes as desired with a cookie cutter or knife. Add the orange zest to the reserved fig marmalade. Spoon it thickly on a cookie, spreading all the way to its edges. Top with another cookie to make a sandwich. Brush the tops lightly with plant-based milk and sprinkle with grated nutmeg. Bake on a parchment paper–lined cookie sheet for 6 to 8 minutes or until golden; do not overbake. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack. These Newtons are particularly nice when served fresh and warm. Otherwise, reheat briefly at 250°F before serving. Store in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.

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HOMEY OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES Yields 25-40 cookies, depending on size

INGREDIENTS:

n 1 cup white whole-wheat flour n 1 tsp. baking soda n ½₂ tsp. freshly ground Ceylon (true) cinnamon n▢½ tsp. freshly grated nutmeg n▢1½ cups dried dates, pits, if any, removed n ²⁄ ³₃cup vegan Greek-style yogurt n▢2 tsp. vanilla extract n▢1 tsp. shiro (mild white) miso n▢3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats n▢1½ cups raisins (any variety)

DIRECTIONS:

For the date paste, in a saucepan, cover the dates with water. Bring to simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes. Alternatively, cover with water in a microwavesafe bowl and heat for 2 minutes on high power. Let cool in the soaking liquid. Transfer the rehydrated fruit to a high-speed blender. Add as little or as much of the soaking water as needed: less for a dense paste or more for a softer, looser texture. Blend until very smooth. This paste will keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, and in the freezer for three months. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Steep the raisins in very hot water until they rehydrate, about 5 minutes, then drain. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg. In a smaller bowl, mix the date paste, yogurt, vanilla and miso. Add the wet mixture to the dry, and mix until smooth. Stir in the rolled oats and raisins.

These fiber-rich cookies have no added sugars and contain probiotics, a potent combination for enhancing digestion and overall health.”

—Marie Roth, registered dietitian nutritionist, Powerfuel Nutrition, Harrington Park

Using two spoons, drop spoonfuls of the dough on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them 3 inches apart and flattening them lightly. Bake for 20 minutes, then check for doneness. The cookies are ready when they are golden and toasty on their edges. Let cool for 5 minutes on the pan, then transfer the cookies to a cooling rack. These cookies are tasty at room temperature but are even more fragrant and chewy when rewarmed for 10 minutes in a 200°F oven. They store well in a tin for up to a week and they freeze beautifully for up to three months.

All photos and recipes are reprinted with permission from Love The Foods That Love You Back: Clean, Healthy, Vegan Recipes for Everyone by Cathy Katin-Grazzini. Photos by Giordano Katin-Grazzini. Rizzoli 2022.

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Tasty Crustacean

Could a gift from the sea that’s nutritious also be delicious? Crabsolutely! Truly fine things in this life take work, and cracking into a crab is one of them. You break off claws, twist away smaller limbs, get squirted with juice, gobble every forkful and then dispense with what’s left of your dignity by sucking meat from inside the smaller pieces. And the taste is so worth it. No wonder the worldwide crab market is projected to reach 3.7 million metric tons by 2026, with North American crab eaters leading the way. For a creature that darts out from under rocks on the ocean floor, the crab has enviable seniority. It dates back to the Jurassic period, when Tyrannosaurus rex had yet to make his debut. Appearing in Greek mythology and Peruvian legend, the crab is also the symbol for the Zodiac sign Cancer, as the constellation’s arrangement of stars looks crab-like. Crabs are decapod crustaceans (meaning that they have 10 legs and a hard exoskeleton with a segmented body) of an infraorder known as Brachyura. Classifications in the wild include fiddler crabs and Japanese mitten crabs, both of which sport unusual claw types. More often consumed by humans are the Dungeness crab and the soft-shell crab, whose shell can be eaten along with the meat. The famous Alaskan King crab isn’t technically a crab at all, but a tasty impostor decapod that evolved along similar lines.

disease. And tender crabmeat’s lack of connective tissue makes it a comparative breeze to digest at any age. (On the debit side, crabmeat is relatively high in cholesterol and sodium.) Imitation crabmeat? Don’t even mention it, lest you make purists crabby. It’s made up of fish flesh processed into a paste and contains almost no actual crab. It trails real crab by a mile in most nutrients, the exception being phosphorus. So unless you’re a phosphorus freak, insist on the real thing. BUY/STORE/SERVE For these delectable decapods, the closer you get to the source, the better the payoff. You can go crabbing (in New Jersey, the best time is 4:30 to 8:30 a.m.) but you’ll need a license if you use crab pots or trot lines. Crabs can be purchased live at fish markets—choose an animal that’s moving in the tank and thus more likely to stay alive until plopped into the boiling water. (Make sure the gills

and viscera are removed before you thoroughly boil it.) Steer clear of uncooked dead crabs, as their meat becomes mushy and its flavor deteriorates. If you’re buying cooked crabmeat, look for white and avoid blue spots. You can, of course, find many processed and canned versions at your grocery store. Crab’s not a food you can store for long, so seize the day and eat it while you can. If you must store crabs, keep them moist. One trick is to put them in the fridge in an open container lined with wet newspaper. A nice garlic butter glaze can come in handy with proper seasoning. You can serve crab chilled with a lemon zest on the side. And if you’re serving a whole crab, you may wish to arm your dinner guests with a nutcracker. Crab Louie? Crab Newburg? Crab cakes? Deviled crab? Crab linguine? Crab bisque? This is a food with a sea of possibilities. —Brian Kelley

POWER UP Crab is loaded with protein. A 100-gram serving (about three-and-a-half ounces) has just 97 calories, but delivers more than 38 percent of your daily protein requirement. It’s also rich in the minerals copper, selenium and zinc. When it comes to vitamin B12, which helps the body form red blood cells and make DNA, crab’s a powerhouse—one serving meets 479 percent of your daily need. Crab is a super source of two specific “longchain” omega-3 fatty acids that have anti-inflammatory properties; studies suggest that they may boost mental function and protect against heart

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Bartenders’ Summer Picks

When it’s time for a cocktail, maybe you have a “usual.” But what if you let a pro surprise you? Everyone has a go-to drink at a restaurant or bar, but trying something new can be an exciting—and delicious—experience. With countless cocktails to choose from (and some new ones you may not even know about), what will be your change-up? BERGEN asked five local mixologists for their favorite summertime sips:

“Infusions really add a lot of dimension. My favorite cocktail during summer is one I have experimented with over the years and have shared with many guests: HER MAJESTY. Gin is very versatile for herbal concoctions, and this cocktail includes Earl Grey with bergamot-oil-infused gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, homemade lavender syrup and Lillet Blanc.” —Jacqueline Donnelly, bartender, Bar Boutique, Ramsey

“A popular cocktail is the WATERMELON SPLASH. The two main ingredients are watermelon cucumber juice and Tito’s vodka, and it’s easy to prepare. Muddle a sliced lime and two sprigs of mint with a dash of fresh lime juice. Next, add ice, vodka and watermelon juice, shake together and then serve it garnished with fresh watermelon. It’s the perfect refreshing cocktail for a hot day.” —Jed Kessler, mixologist, Jed’s Party Services, Fair Lawn

“My go-to summer cocktail is the PORCH SWING because it’s as easy to make as it is to sip. Simply combine an ounce of Empress gin, one half-ounce of Pama liqueur and two slapped mint leaves and top with equal parts seltzer and lemonade. It’s as refreshing as lying on a porch swing in a cool breeze.” —Olivia Born, bartender, Stone & Rail, Glen Rock

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“THE REFRESHER, my own creation, is definitely my favorite summer cocktail. It has strawberry gin with cucumber and mint vodka and is delicious, especially on a hot summer day. Also, its initial creation reminds me of someone special.” —Colin Pursley, bar manager, Stern and Bow, Closter

“I prefer a spicy MEZCAL MARGARITA. It’s made with mezcal, Cointreau Noir, coldpressed ginger, fresh lime juice, housemade chili agave and a cayenne pepper and salt rim. To finish, I garnish with dehydrated lime wheel. This is a great summer cocktail.” —Aaron Scanlon, bartender, The Craftsman, Fair Lawn

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Be There

In-person events are back in full swing! Here are 10 that are filled with fun, laughter and entertainment—and will help you safely return to normal.

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Enjoy a summer day filled with fun activities—all for a good cause—at BERGEN CASA’S SECOND ANNUAL “FORE THE KIDS” GOLF CLASSIC. Starting at 9 a.m. at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, this fundraiser includes golf, giveaways, food and a silent auction. All proceeds go toward the nonprofit, which advocates and provides resources for kids in the foster care system. Tickets are $395 or $150 for the cocktail reception only. Register online at one.bidpal.net/golfcasa/welcome.

Support a bunch of young, talented dancers from area studios—and enjoy a fun, live show—at the STEP UP 2 DANCE regional competition. The groups of varying ages and dance styles will perform at the Marriott Glenpointe in Teaneck over the course of the weekend. Parents and teachers of the performers are invited, of course, but it’s open to the public too. Get the schedule, pricing and more info at stepup2dance.com.

JULY 12 & 26 Join the Sierra Club’s North Jersey Chapter for a SCENIC HIKE through Palisades Interstate Park in Fort Lee. The hike will be about 3 miles at a moderate pace on level ground, and is a great way to get your steps in and meet your neighbors! The event starts at 9 a.m. each day but will be cancelled in the case of rain or if temps rise above 83 degrees. Participants should bring water, hiking boots and a friend or two. RSVP day-of (or beforehand) to team leader Buddy at buddy.jenssen@gmail.com, or visit sierraclub.org/new-jersey/ north-jersey for more details.

JULY 14 Calling all North Jersey brides (and planning-involved grooms)! Come on out to the AMERICAN BRIDAL SHOW METLIFE STADIUM WEDDING EXPO in East Rutherford, featuring more than 100 vendors. Many of the florists, caterers, photographers and more will offer discounts and savings, plus there will be two honeymoon giveaways. Bring your bridal party too! The event runs from 4 to 9 p.m. and it’s free. Learn more at americanbride.com.

JULY 17 Join nature enthusiasts and experts from Bergen County Audubon Society at their biggest event of the summer: BUTTERFLY DAY! Held at DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., this family-friendly activity features butterflies and experts who will share some fun facts about these pretty insects. There will also be a scavenger hunt, costume contests and other activities for the kids. The rain date is July 24. RSVP to Don Torino at 201.230.4983.

JULY 21 Looking for some team-building opportunities with your co-workers? Sign your company up for the CORPORATE FUN RUN NORTH JERSEY 5K at Overpeck County Park in Ridgefield Park. This event held from 5 to 9 p.m. features a 5K of two loops around the park, followed by a post-race party and awards. Beer, pizza and entertainment will be provided at the party. Registration is $44 per team member. Check out corporatefunrun.com for more.

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There are a lot of concerts happening in Bergen this summer (check out Buzz on page 17 for more), but one you certainly don’t want to miss is when the Mighty Spectrum Band brings “THE BRUCE SHOW UNPLUGGED” to the Mahwah Library. Mike Fox and Tom Hammer will perform acoustic versions of The Boss’ biggest hits with a guitar and piano. The show begins at 2 p.m., and priority is given to Mahwah residents, but tickets are open to the public. P.S.: If you can’t make this date, they’ll also be performing at the Wyckoff YMCA on July 8, Memorial Field in Oradell on July 14 and The Shannon Rose in Ramsey on July 31! Learn more and get ticketing information at mightyspectrumband.com.

JULY 30 Come hungry (and maybe bring a lobster bib and some wet wipes) to the SEAFOOD FEST at Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford. From 5 to 11 p.m., local restaurants and food trucks will be serving summer favorites such as lobster rolls, fried clams, grilled shrimp and shrimp tacos. There will also be live horse racing starting at 6:20 p.m. Facebook. com/meadowlandsracetrack has the scoop.

AUG. 8 Try some unique varietals from some of the best wineries in the region at the DEMAREST FARMS 2022 WINE FESTIVAL. Winemakers will be there to discuss their winemaking process and offer tastings from noon to 6 p.m., plus there will be food and live music to supplement the sips. All ages are welcome, but you must be 21+ to drink. Admission is $15 per adult; learn more at demarestfarms.com.

JULY 15 Root, root, root for the home team when the New York Yankees take on the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium, because nothing says summer like baseball. And you can get a ride to the Bronx and meet some new friends while you’re at it if you join the 23RD ANNUAL GILLIGAN’S ADVENTURES bus trip to the game. The bus will depart from its Paramus location at 5 p.m. sharp. $94 per person (including tax) pays for your ticket, parking, tolls and tip. Register now at gilligansadventures.com.

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Where To Eat

Getting three squares a day has never been easier—Bergen County is home to a selection of restaurants diverse enough to satisfy all of your cravings. SAMDAN 178 Piermont Rd. 201.816.7343 samdanrestaurant.com

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354 STEAKHOUSE 354 Lawton Ave. 201.941.0499

YASOU MYKONOS 134 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.768.8500 yasoumykonos.com

AVO’S GRILL 720 Anderson Ave. 201.945.9038 orderavos.com RUDY’S RESTAURANT 591 Anderson Ave. 201.943.9252 SEDONA TAPHOUSE 679 Anderson Ave. 201.943.2300 sedonataphouse.com VILLA AMALFI 793 Palisade Ave. 201.886.8626 villaamalfi.com

CLOSTER BRASSERIE MEMERE 107 Vervalen St. 201.660.8822 brasserie-memere.com

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ALLENDALE ALLENDALE BAR & GRILL 67 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.3197 allendalebarandgrill.com ALLENDALE STEAKHOUSE 95 W. Allendale Ave. 201.962.9797 allendalesteakhousenj.com MEZZA LUNA 96 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.6556 mezzalunabistro.com

FINK’S BBQ SMOKEHOUSE 26 W. Madison Ave. 201.384.3210 finksbbqsmokehouse.com

EMMA BISTRO 2 Hilliard Ave. 201.402.7719 emmabistronj.com

FOSCHINI’S 21 E. Madison Ave. 201.387.9998 foschinis.com

GREEK TAVERNA 55 The Promenade 201.945.8998 greektavernausa.com

IL MULINO 132 Veterans Plz. 201.384.7767 ilmulinodumont.com

HAVEN 2 Main St. 201.943.1900 havenedgewater.com

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ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE 15 The Promenade 201.366.4065 ophedgewater.com

NIHON KAI 41 S. Washington Ave. 201.384.3000 nihonkaijapanese.com

LOCALE CAFÉ AND BAR 208 Piermont Rd. 201.750.3233 locale208closter.com

ANNABELLA’S HOUSE OF MOZZARELLA 900 Paterson Plank Rd. 201.804.0303 annabellasmozz.com

SAVINI 168 W. Crescent Ave. 201.760.3700 savinirestaurant.com

TOMMY FOX’S PUBLIC HOUSE 32 S. Washington Ave. 201.384.0900 tommyfoxs.com

SEAR HOUSE 411 Piermont Rd. 201.292.4612 searhouse.com

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KIKU 385 Rte. 9 W. 201.767.6322

LUKA’S ITALIAN CUISINE 10 River Rd. 201.440.2996 lukasitaliancuisine.com

NIRVANA INDIAN KITCHEN 29 W. Allendale Ave. 201.818.2300 nirvanaindiankitchen.com

BERGENFIELD CHAPALA GRILL 52 S. Washington Ave. 201.387.2107 chapalamexican grill.com

CARLSTADT BIGGIE’S 430 Rte. 17 S. 201.933.4000 biggies.com

STERN AND BOW 171 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.750.3350 sternandbowrestaurant.com

CRESSKILL DELVINA RESTAURANT 172 Piermont Rd. 201.816.0239 delvinarestaurant.com HANAMI 41 Union Ave. 201.567.8508 hanamirestaurant.com

FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE 90 The Promenade 201.313.9463 flemingssteakhouse.com

GRANT STREET CAFÉ 25 Grant Ave. 201.385.1705 thegrantstreetcafe.com

AL DI LA 1 Hoboken Rd. 201.939.1128 aldilaitalianbistro.com

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DE NOVO EUROPEAN PUB 1257 River Rd. 201.496.6161 denovoeuropeanpub.com

THE HILL 252 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.899.4700 thehillcloster.com

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BROWNSTONE PANCAKE FACTORY 860 River Rd. 201.945.4800 brownstonepancake factory.com

BLARNEY STATION PUB 258 Park Ave. 201.531.0001 blarneystation.com CAFFÉ CAPRI 119 Park Ave. 201.460.1039 caffecaprirestaurant.com

EDGEWATER BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 59 The Promenade 201.313.3889 baumgartscafe.com

PIER 115 115 River Rd. 201.313.2155 pier115barandgrill.com REBECCA’S 236 Old River Rd. 201.943.8808 rebeccasedgewater.com RIVER PALM TERRACE 1416 River Rd. 201.224.2013 riverpalm.com ROBERTO’S II 936 River Rd. 201.224.2524 robertosii.com SEAK 725 River Rd., #30 201.402.3400 seaknj.com

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IL VILLAGGIO 651 Rte. 17 N. 201.935.7733 ilvillaggio.com

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ELMWOOD PARK TAVERNA MYKONOS 238 Broadway 201.703.9200 tavernamykonos.com ROYAL WARSAW 871 River Dr. 201.794.9277 royalwarsaw.com

EMERSON PIMAAN THAI 79 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.967.0440 pimaanthai.com

ENGLEWOOD AKAI LOUNGE 11 N. Dean St. 201.541.0086 akailounge.com BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 45 E. Palisade Ave. 201.569.6267 baumgartscafe.com BENNIE’S 54 E. Palisade Ave. 201.894.5700 benniesofenglewood.com BLUE MOON CAFÉ 23 E. Palisade Ave. 201.541.0600 bluemoonmexican café.com CASSIE’S 18 S. Dean St. 201.541.6760 cassiespizzeria.com CHAT KAEW THAI CUISINE 4 E. Palisade Ave. 201.894.0343 HUMMUS ELITE 39 E. Palisade Ave. 201.569.5600 hummuselite.com

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LA FONDA PAISA 95 W. Palisade Ave. 201.871.3544 lafondapaisausa.com LA’MEZZA 63 Nathaniel Pl. 201.569.2662 lamezzarestaurant.com

ROSE’S OF ENGLEWOOD 126 Engle St. 201.541.0020 rosesplacenj.com

SAGE RESTAURANT 17-15 Broadway 201.797.0500 sagefairlawn.com

SOFIA 36 Engle St. 201.541.8530 sofiaenglewood.com

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TANI SUSHI & ASIAN GRILL 44 E. Palisade Ave. 201.567.7888 taniofenglewood.com

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS BROWNSTONE PANCAKE FACTORY 717 E. Palisade Ave. 201.945.4800 brownstonepancake factory.com CAFÉ ITALIANO 14 Sylvan Ave. 201.461.5041 cafeitaliano.net CLIFFS STEAKHOUSE 18 Sylvan Ave. 201.944.0233 cliffssteakhouse.com LEFKES ESTIATORIO 495 Sylvan Ave. 201.408.4444 lefkesnj.com GRISSINI 484 Sylvan Ave. 201.568.3535 grissinirestaurant.com

FAIR LAWN ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA 2101 Promenade Blvd. 201.796.2625 acfp.com EMPRESS DINER 13-48 River Rd. 201.791.2895 empressdinernj.com KIMCHI MAMA 7-09 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.703.2905 kimchimamafairlawn.com

SUSHI COCORO 856 Franklin Ave. 201.560.1333 sushicocoro.com

PATSY’S 344 Old Bergen Blvd. 201.943.0627 patsysbistro.com

GARFIELD

FORT LEE AQUARIUS 230-234 Main St. 201.592.8338 aquariusrestaurant nj.com BAGGIOS 212 Main St. 201.585.7979 baggiospizzarestaurant. com BIG RED TOMATO 1205 Anderson Ave. 201.224.6500 brtnj.com

THE FIREHOUSE 42 Plauderville Ave. 973.478.2226 firehouse-restaurant.com

The Picco Tavern in Hackensack

GOODFELLAS 661 Midland Ave. 973.478.4000 goodfellasristorante.com LA CAMBUSA 517 River Dr. 973.272.8739 cambusanj.com

LIDO RESTAURANT 701 Main St. 201.487.8721 thelidorestaurant.com

THE HEIGHTS BAR & GRILL 163 Boulevard 201.288.9338

LA FORTALEZA 361 Midland Ave. 973.928.4470 lafortalezamexrestaurant .com

LT BAR & GRILL 390 Hackensack Ave. 551.287.6333 ltbarandgrill.com

IVY INN 268 Terrace Ave. 201.393.7699 ivyinn.com

MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY 70 Riverside Sq. 201.221.2030 maggianos.com

SOFIA’S 220 Boulevard 201.462.0123 sofiasmediterranean grill.com TOM YUM KOONG 305 Boulevard 201.288.3840 tomyumkoong.net

GLEN ROCK

CAP’T LOUI 210 Main St. 201.461.7080 captloui.com

GLEN ROCK INN 222 Rock Rd. 201.445.2362 glenrockinn.com

CHILLERS GRILL 2191 Fletcher Ave. 201.461.0075 chillersgrill.com

STONE & RAIL 175 Rock Rd. 201.345.0709 stoneandrail.com

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 1 Riverside Sq. 201.487.1303 mortons.com

IN NAPOLI 116 Main St. 201.947.2500 inapoli.com

TANI SUSHI & ASIAN GRILL 206 Rock Rd. 201.612.1188 taniofglenrock.com

THE OCEANAIRE 175 Riverside Sq. 201.343.8862 theoceanaire.com

ALESSANDRO’S 157 Terrace St. 201.385.8544 alessandrosnj.com

P.F. CHANG’S 390 Hackensack Ave. 201.646.1565 pfchangs.com

ANDIAMO 23 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.384.1551 andiamorestaurant.net

THE PICCO TAVERN 160 Prospect Ave. 201.880.8750 piccotavern.com

TERRACE STREET CAFÉ 149 Terrace St. 201.338.4720 terracestreetcafe.com

KUBA RESTAURANT 2139 Hudson Ter. 201.585.1601 kubarestaurant.com PHO TODAY 2151 Lemoine Ave. 201.585.8818 POMODORO 795 Abbott Blvd. 201.224.0800 pomodoro1.com PRIME & BEYOND 501 Main St. 201.461.0033 primeandbeyond.com

NOCHES DE COLOMBIA 90 W. Palisade Ave. 201.567.4950 nochesdecolombia.com

RIVER PALM TERRACE 41-11 Rte. 4 W. 201.703.3500 riverpalm.com

PUNTA CANA 2151 Lemoine Ave. 201.849.5556 puntacanarestaurante .com

PINTXO Y TAPAS 47 N. Dean St. 201.569.9999 englewoodtapas.com

ROSE’S PLACE 32-01 Broadway 201.475.8800 rosesplacenj.com

VENTANA’S 200 Park Ave. 201.583.4777 ventanasatthemodern.com BERGENMAG.COM

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THE CHEF’S TABLE 754 Franklin Ave. 201.891.6644 tctnj.com

NOCHES DE COLOMBIA 172 Broad Ave. 201.840.8428 nochesdecolombia.com

OCEANOS OYSTER BAR & SEA GRILL 2-27 Saddle River Rd. 201.796.0546 oceanosrestaurant.com

LAS MARAVILLAS DE TULCINGO 84 W. Palisade Ave. 201.568.1980

FRANKLIN LAKES

HACKENSACK CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 125 Main St. 201.880.9844 casualhabanacafe.com THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY 390 Hackensack Ave. 201.488.0330 thecheesecakefactory.com THE CROW’S NEST 309 Vincent Ave. 201.342.5445 crowsnest.com HOT FISH 450 Hackensack Ave. 201.881.0180 hotfishhackensack.com HOUSTON’S 1 Riverside Sq. 201.488.5667 houstons.com

ROSA MEXICANO 60 Riverside Sq. 201.489.9100 rosamexicano.com

HARRINGTON PARK DONATELLA RISTORANTE 12 Tappan Rd. 201.767.4245 donatellasitalian. restaurant

HAWORTH

HILLSDALE THE CORNERSTONE 84 Broadway 201.666.8688 thecornerstonenj.com DELLA CUCINA 100 Park Ave. 201.722.8880 dellacucinanj.com

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

DOMANI 387 Washington Ave. 201.722.8881 domanirestaurants.com

BENSI 459 Rte. 17 S. 201.727.9525 bensihh.co

MATSU SUSHI & GRILL 140 Broadway 201.722.9388

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MAHWAH BAR & GRILL 2 Island Rd. 201.529.8056 allendalebarandgrill.com NAGOYA 1007 MacArthur Blvd. 201.818.9933 nagoyacuisine.com NONNA’S 11 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.1151 nonnasmahwah.com

HO-HO-KUS

DANTE’S PLACE 373 Broad Ave. 201.592.9071 dantesplace.com

LYNDHURST

FONTANA TRITONE 248 Fort Lee Rd. 201.242.9040

FOSCHINI’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA 298 Ridge Rd. 201.460.7600 foschinis.com

ALT EATS 622 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.1300 alteatscafe.com CATCHY CAFÉ 614 N. Maple Ave. 201.445.6400 thecatchycaterer.com HO-HO-KUS INN 1 E. Franklin Tpke. 201.445.4115 hohokusinn.com HO-HO-KUS SUSHI CAFÉ 29 Sheridan Ave. 201.670.7677 hohokussushicafe.com ST. EVE’S 611 N. Maple Ave. 201.857.4717 stevesnj.com

LITTLE FERRY SEGOVIA STEAKHOUSE 217 Main St. 201.814.1100 segoviasteakhouse.com

LODI KAYA 334 N. Main St. 973.779.1128 kayalodi.com

ANGELO’S 263 Ridge Rd. 201.939.1922

MICHAEL’S RIVERSIDE 528 Riverside Ave. 201.939.6333 michaelsriverside.com

MAHWAH JUN LUNG 180 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.9898 junlungnj.com

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MAYWOOD PANCAKE HOUSE 92 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.880.7842 maywoodpancake house.com THE SEAFOOD GOURMET 103 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.843.8558 seafood-gourmet.com

MIDLAND PARK ARTURO’S 41 Central Ave. 201.444.2466 arturos.co

FIRE & OAK 100 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.307.1100 fireandoak.com

YUKI 2 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.391.9877 yukimontvale.com

MOONACHIE

BAZZARELLI 117 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4010 bazzarellirestaurant.com BISTRO 107 107 Moonachie Rd. 201.440.3339 bistro107nj.com SEGOVIA 150 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4266 segoviarestaurant.com

NEW MILFORD

BARREL & BREW 872 River Rd. 201.483.3329 barrelandbrews.com CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 200 Main St. 201.576.0400 casualhabanacafe.com SANZARI’S NEW BRIDGE INN 105 Old New Bridge Rd. 201.692.7700 sanzaris.com

NORTHVALE

FIONA’S RISTORANTE 118 Godwin Ave. 201.857.5800 fionasristorante.com

BIDDY O’MALLEY’S 191 Paris Ave. 201.564.7893 biddyomalleys.com

ROSARIO’S TRATTORIA 29 Central Ave. 201.445.3335 rosariostrattoriamenu.com

THE GREEK VILLAGE 254 Livingston St. 201.750.8570 greekvillagenj.com

REBAR & KITCHEN 132 Essex St. 201.368.8181 rebarkitchen.com BERGENMAG.COM

OLAR NOSO 493 Tappan Rd. 201.402.9355

HEARTH & TAP CO. 125 N. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.307.6300 hearthandtap.com

MAYWOOD INN’S TWIN DOOR TAVERN 122 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.843.8022 twindoortavern.com

SERGIO’S MISSIONE 2 Mercer St. 973.778.4545 sergiosmissione.com

BELLISSIMO 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.6669 bellissimonj.com

SANGRIA 1033 MacArthur Blvd. 201.962.3310 sangriamahwah.com

ANGELO’S GREEK TAVERNA 245 Maywood Ave. 201.845.4278 angelosgreektavernanj.com

CAFÉ MIGNON 332 Broad Ave. 201.292.1992

MADELEINE’S PETIT PARIS 416 Tappan Rd. 201.767.0063 madeleinespetit paris.com

GEN SUSHI & HIBACHI 14B Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.930.9188 gensushimontvale.com

MAYWOOD

LEONIA

DELPINO RESTAURANT 108 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.391.6866 delpinorestaurant.com

ROXANNE’S 150 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.0007 roxannes restaurant.com

STATE LINE DINER 375 Rte. 17 N. 201.529.3353 statelinediner.com

OSSO BUCO 343 Broadway 201.664.1600 ossobucogrill.com

MONTVALE

OAKLAND

CENZINO 589 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.6693 cenzinos.com TROVATO’S DUE 4 Barbara Ln. 201.337.0813 trovatosduenj.com YUKI 350 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.8889 yuki-oakland.com

OLD TAPPAN

PATRIZIA’S 183 Old Tappan Rd. 201.515.2900 patrizias.com

PALISADES PARK SO MOON NAN JIP 238 Broad Ave. 201.944.3998 so-moon-nan-jip.com

PARAMUS

BIAGIO’S RISTORANTE 299 Paramus Rd. 201.652.0201 biagios.com THE CAPITAL GRILLE 1 Garden State Plz. 201.845.7040 thecapitalgrille.com GRAND LUX CAFE 1 Garden State Plz. 201.909.0399 grandluxcafe.com KIKU 365 Rte. 17 S. 201.265.7200 MANTRA 275 Rte. 4 W. 201.342.8868 mantranj.com SUBURBAN DINER 172 Rte. 17 N. 201.261.2605 suburbandiner17.com

PARK RIDGE

103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S 103 Spring Valley Rd. 201.391.2220 103prime.com

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{ ON THE TOWN } ESTY STREET 86 Spring Valley Rd. 201.307.1515 estystreet.com THE PARK STEAKHOUSE 151 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.930.1300 theparksteakhouse.com PEPPERCORNS 176 Colony Ave. 201.391.2818 peppercorns176.com RIDGE DINER 125 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.391.4242 ridgediner.com

RAMSEY ANTHONY FRANCO’S 128 E. Main St. 201.236.8000 afpizza.com

MK VALENCIA 228 Main St. 201.373.0228 mkvalenciarestaurant.com THAI PALACE 218 E. Main St. 201.441.9119 thaipalacenj.com

RIDGEWOOD CAFE 37 37 S. Broad Ave. 201.857.0437 cafe-37.com CRAVINGS TAPAS BISTRO 8 Wilsey Sq. 201.857.8533 cravingstapas.com DELHI ACCENT 37 Chestnut St. 201.444.4910 delhiaccentnj.com

ROOTS 17 Chestnut St. 201.444.1922 rootssteakhouse.com

THE RISOTTO HOUSE 88 Park Ave. 201.438.5344 therisottohouse.com

TPR RESTAURANT 38 W. Railroad Ave. 201.871.0444 tprrest.com

S. EGIDIO 17 N. Broad St. 201.389.3525 segidiopizza.com

VOLARE’S 7 Station Sq. 201.935.6606 volaresrestaurant.com

WALDWICK

STEEL WHEEL TAVERN 51 N. Broad St. 201.882.1800 steelwheeltavern.com

SADDLE BROOK MIDLAND BREW HOUSE 374 N. Midland Ave. 201.797.0070 midlandbrewhouse.com

VILLAGE GREEN 36 Prospect St. 201.445.2914 villagegreenrestaurant.com

QUE PASTA 326 Market St. 201.712.1900 qpitalian.com

WHITE MAPLE CAFÉ 47 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.447.1953 whitemaplecafe.com

THE PLANK PIZZA CO. BEER PARLOR 383 Market St. 201.843.2426

RIVER EDGE

SADDLE RIVER

FELINA 54 E. Ridgewood Ave. 551.276.5454 felinarestaurant.com

MADO RESTAURANT 570 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.265.3629 madorestaurant.business. site

CAFÉ PANACHE 130 E. Main St. 201.934.0030 cafepanachenj.com

GREEN FUSION 22 Oak St. 201.670.7502 greenfusionnj.com

SANDUCCI’S 620 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.599.0600 sanduccis.com

TEANECK

KINCHLEY’S TAVERN 586 N. Franklin Tpke. 201.934.7777 kinchleyspizza.com

IT’S GREEK TO ME 21 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.612.2600 itsgreektome.com

RIVER VALE

THE SHANNON ROSE 1200 Rte. 17 201.962.7602 theshannonrose.com

BRADY’S AT THE STATION 5-7 W. Main St. 201.327.9748 bradysatthestation.net

SMYRNA 21 E. Main St. Ramsey 201.934.7990 TAWARA 53 W. Main St. 201.825.8712 VARKA ESTIATORIO 30 N. Spruce St. 201.995.9333 varkarestaurant.com Photos courtesy of Angelo’s Greek Taverna, Amarone

RIDGEFIELD PARK

RIDGEFIELD CAFÉ TIVOLI 533 Shaler Blvd. 201.941.5561 cafetivoli.com 88 RICE SHOP 88 Rte. 46 W. 201.840.8688 88riceshop.com

AMARONE 63 Cedar Ln. 201.833.1897 amaroneristorante.net

AMMATA THAI KITCHEN 184 Rivervale Rd. 201.664.2299 ammata.com

B V TUSCANY 368 Cedar Ln. 201.287.0404 bvtuscany.com

LA LANTERNA 29 W. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.5520 lalanternaof ridgewood.com

ARMANDO’S GRILL 688 Westwood Ave. 201.722.5820 armandostuscangrill.com

ETC. STEAKHOUSE 1409 Palisade Ave. 201.357.5677 etcsteakhouse.com

LATOUR 6 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.445.5056 latourridgewood.com

LET’S MEAT STEAKHOUSE 625 Rivervale Rd. 201.660.7960 letsmeatsteakhouse.com

NOAH’S ARK 493 Cedar Ln. 201.692.1200 noahsark.net

LISA’S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 28 Oak St. 201.251.8686 lisasmediterranean cuisine.net

REGINA’S 827 Teaneck Rd. 201.862.1996 reginassteakhouse andgrill.com

ROCHELLE PARK NANNI 53 W. Passaic St. 201.843.1250 nanni.com

TENAFLY

RUTHERFORD

PARK WEST TAVERN 30 Oak St. 201.445.5400 parkwesttavern.com

CAFÉ MATISSE 167 Park Ave. 201.935.2995 cafematisse.com

PEARL 17 S. Broad St. 201.857.5100 pearlridgewood.com

FINCH’S 801 Rutherford Ave. 201.231.3141 finchsdining.com

RAYMOND’S 101 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.445.5125 raymondsnj.com

PAISANO’S 132 Park Ave. 201.935.5755 paisanos.com

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THE SADDLE RIVER INN 2 Barnstable Ct. 201.825.4016 saddleriverinn.com

ANDREA’S RISTORANTE 20 E. Prospect St. 201.670.0275 andreasrestaurant nj.com LIMONCELLO 32 Franklin Tpke. 201.652.5577 limoncellonj.com

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP BACARI GRILL 800 Ridgewood Rd. 201.358.6330 bacarigrill.com

WESTWOOD

PHOENICIAN LOUNGE 284 Center Ave. 201.722.8600 phoenicianlounge.com

WOODCLIFF LAKE SOL RESTAURANT 42 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.9363 solrestaurantnj.com

WOOD-RIDGE AL TORO 187 Hackensack St. 862.243.3850 al-toro-restaurant-bar. negocio.site

WYCKOFF ALDO’S 640 Wyckoff Ave. 201.891.2618 aldosofwyckoff.com

CAFFÉ ANELLO 11 Madison Ave. 201.786.8137 caffeanello.com

BENARES 327 Franklin Ave. 201.904.2222 benaresnj.com

DOWNTOWN DHABA 266 Center Ave. 201.664.0123 dhabadowntown.com

BLUE MOON CAFÉ 327 Franklin Ave. 201.891.1331 bluemoonmexicancafé.com

THE IRON HORSE 20 Washington Ave. 201.666.9682 theironhorse.com

T.S. MA CHINESE CUISINE 637 Wyckoff Ave. 201.891.8878 tsmachinesecuisine.com

KIMCHI SMOKE 301 Center Ave. 201.497.6333 kimchismoke.com

WYCKOFF THAI 314 Franklin Ave. 201.485.8855 wyckoffthai.com

OSTERIA CRESCENDO 36 Jefferson Ave. 201.722.1900 osteriacrescendo.com

Amarone in Teaneck

AXIA TAVERNA 18 Piermont Rd. 201.569.5999 axiataverna.com BRASSERIE 4 Washington St. 201.266.6400 tenaflybrasserie.com SAYOLA 50 Prospect Ter. 201.871.2182 sayolarestaurantnj.com

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ELMWOOD PARK

BLUE 42 RESTAURANT & BAR 158 Market St. 201.773.0970 blue42bar.com

EMERSON

EMERSON HOTEL 31 Emerson Plaza E. 201.262.7557 emersonhotelrestaurant. com

ENGLEWOOD

BIDDY O’MALLEY’S 36 N. Van Brunt St. 201.608.5545 biddyomalleys.com BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFÉ 23 E. Palisade Ave. 201.541.0600 bluemoonmexicancafé.com

A TABLE ALFRESCO ALLENDALE

ALLENDALE BAR & GRILL 67 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.3197 allendalebarandgrill.com

Cork & Crust in Harrington Park

354 STEAKHOUSE 354 Lawton Ave. 201.941.0499 354steakhouse.com

CLOSTER

BRASSERIE MEMERE 107 Vervalen St. 201.660.8822 brasserie-memere.com

FINO 114 W. Allendale Ave. 201.995.1100 fnoristorantenj.com

THE HILL 252 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.899.4700 thehillcloster.com

SAVINI RESTAURANT 168 W. Crescent Ave. 201.760.3700 savinirestaurant.com

STERN & BOW 171 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.750.3350 sternandbowrestaurant.com

BERGENFIELD

LOCALE RESTAURANT & BAR 208 Piermont Rd. 201.750.3233 locale208closter.com

TOMMY FOX’S PUBLIC HOUSE 32 W. Washington Ave. 201.384.0900 tommyfoxs.com

CARLSTADT

SEGOVIA MESON 645 Washington Ave. 201.896.3260 segoviameson.com BIGGIE’S 430 Rte. 17 201.933.4000 biggies.com

CLIFFSIDE PARK VILLA AMALFI 793 Palisades Ave. 201.886.8626 villaamalfinj.com

SEAR HOUSE 411 Piermont Rd. 201.292.4612 searhouse.com

CRESSKILL

JACK’S LOBSTER SHACK 38 Union Ave. 201.266.6575 jackslobstershack.com THE PEDDLER 44 E. Madison Ave 201.894.0718 thepeddler.com

PLAYA BOWLS 38 E. Palisade Ave 201.928.7788 SOFIA 36 Engle St. 201.541.8530 sofiaenglewood.com

DEMAREST

YASOU MYKONOS 134 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.768.8500 yasoumykonos.com

FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE 90 The Promenade 201.313.9463 flemingssteakhouse.com

DUMONT

DE NOVO EUROPEAN PUB 1257 River Rd. 201.496.6161 denovoeuropeanpub.com

TRI-VALLEY RESTAURANT 366 Knickerbocker Dr. 201.384.5044 trivalleyfamilyrestaurant. com

EAST RUTHERFORD CANDLEWYCK DINER 179 Paterson Ave. 201.933.4446 candlewyckdiner.com

GREEK TAVERNA 55 The Promenade 201.945.8998 greektavernausa.com HAVEN RIVERFRONT RESTAURANT & BAR 45 River Rd. 201.943.1900 havenedgewater.com

ELIA MEDITERRANEAN 240 Hackensack St. 201.939.9292 elianj.com

PIER 115 BAR & GRILL 115 River Rd. 201.313.2155 pier115barandgrill.com

VESTA WOOD FIRED 64 Hoboken Rd. 201.939.6012 vestawoodfired.com

REBECCA’S 236 Old River Rd. 201.943.8808 new.rebeccasedgewater. com

EDGEWATER

BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 59 The Promenade 201.313.3889 baumgartsedgewater.com

RIVER PALM TERRACE 1416 River Rd. 201.224.2013 riverpalm.com

BLUE MOON CAFÉ 23 E. Palisade Ave. 201.541.0600 bluemoonmexican café.com

SEAK 725 River Rd., #30 201.402.3400 seaknj.com

JACK’S LOBSTER SHACK 1040 River Rd. 201.233.2808 jackslobstershack.com

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS

CAFÉ ITALIANO 14 Sylvan Ave. 201.461.5041 cafeitaliano.net

FAIR LAWN

ADA MEDITERRANEAN BRASSERIE 14-25 Plaza Rd. 201.791.2222 adamedigrill.com DUTCH HOUSE TAVERN 24-07 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.796.5342 dutchousetavern.com

VENTANAS AT THE MODERN 200 Park Ave. 201.583.4777 ventanasatthemodern.com

FRANKLIN LAKES PAZZA 794 Franklin Ave. 201.848.5050 pazzanj.com

GARFIELD

THE HEARTH TAVERN 791 Midland Ave. 201.402.0155 thehearthtavern.com

GLEN ROCK

THE GLEN ROCK INN 222 Rock Rd. 201.445.2362 glenrockinn.com STONE & RAIL 175 Rock Rd. 201.345.0709 stoneandrail.com

HACKENSACK ALEMENTARY BREWING CO. 58 Voorhis Ln. 201.968.1290 alementary.com

CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 125 Main St. 201.880.9844 casualhabanacafe.com THE PICCO TAVERN 160 Prospect Ave. 201.880.8750 piccotavern.com TRUE FOOD KITCHEN 390 Hackensack Ave. 201.489.2212 truefoodkitchen.com

HARRINGTON PARK

JUANY’S CAFE & GRILL 12-56 River Rd. 551.224.8030 orderjuanys.com

CORK & CRUST 90 La Roche Ave. 201.367.1550 corkandcrustrestaurant.com

OCEANOS OYSTER BAR & SEA GRILL 2-27 Saddle River Rd. 201.796.0546 oceanosrestaurant.com

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

THE RAILYARD TAVERN 14-26 Plaza Rd. 201.773.3372 therailyardtavern.com

FORT LEE BAGGIOS 212 Main St. 201.585.7979

CHILLERS GRILL 2191 Fletcher Ave. 201.461.0075 chillersgrill.com

IVY INN 268 Terrace Ave. 201.393.7699 Ivyinn.com

THE HEIGHTS BAR & GRILL 163 Boulevard 201.288.9338 heightsbarandgrill.com

HAWORTH

ANDIAMO 23 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.384.1551 andiamorestaurant.net

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MIDLAND PARK

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MONTVALE

THE CORNERSTONE 84 Broadway 201.666.8688 thecornerstonenj.com ALBERT’S CAFE AMICI 4 Sycamore Ave. 201.389.6377 albertscafeamici.com

FIONA’S RISTORANTE 118 Godwin Ave. 201.857.5800 fionasristorante.com

BELLISSIMO 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.6669 bellissimonj.com

ALT EATS CAFÉ 622 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.1300 alteatscafe.com

HEARTH & TAP CO. 125 N. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.307.6300 hearthandtap.com

HO-HO-KUS INN & TAVERN 1 E. Franklin Tpk. 201.445.4115 hohokusinn.com

MOONACHIE

ST. EVE’S 611 N. Maple Ave. 201.857.4717 stevesnj.com

NEW MILFORD

THE SICILIAN SUN 604 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.3494 siciliansun.com

LEONIA

DANTE’S PLACE 373 Broad Ave. 201.592.9071 dantesplace.com

LITTLE FERRY

SEGOVIA STEAKHOUSE 217 Main St. 201.814.1100 segoviasteakhouse.com

LODI

REBAR AND KITCHEN 132 Essex St. 201.368.8181 rebarkitchen.com

LYNDHURST

MICHAEL’S RIVERSIDE 201.939.6333 michaelsriverside.com

MAHWAH

ROXANNE’S RESTAURANT 150 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.0007 roxannesrestaurant.com SANGRIA 1033 MacArthur Blvd. 201.962.3310 sangriamahwah.com

MAYWOOD

ANGELO’S GREEK TAVERNA 245 Maywood Ave. 201.845.4278 angelosgreektaverna.com TWIN DOOR TAVERN 122 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.843.8022 twindoortavern.com

BAZZARELLI 117 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4010 bazarellirestaurant.com BARREL & BREW 872 River Rd. 201.483.3329 barrelandbrews.com PANCHO’S BURRITOS 214 Main St. 201.225.2554 panchosburritostogo.com SANZARI’S NEW BRIDGE INN 105 Old New Bridge Rd. 201.692.7700 sanzaris.com

NORTHVALE

BIDDY O’MALLEY’S 191 Paris Ave. 201.564.7893 biddyomalleys.com MADELEINE’S PETITE PARIS 416 Tappan Rd. 201.767.0063 madeleinespetitparis.com

OAKLAND

PORTOBELLO’S 175 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.8990, ext. 1 portobellonj.com SEGOVIA TAVERN 110 W. Oakland Ave. 201.644.0003 segoviatavern.com

ORADELL

CALABRIA PIZZA 239 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.523.9228 calabriapizzaoradell.com

PARK RIDGE

103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S 103 Spring Valley Rd. 201.391.2220 103prime.com

ESTY STREET 86 Spring Valley Rd. 201.307.1515 estystreet.com

FELINA 54 E. Ridgewood Ave. 551.276.5454 felinarestaurant.com

MIDLAND BREW HOUSE 374 N. Midland Ave 201.767.0070 midlandbrewhouse.com

HANAMI RESTAURANT 301 Center Ave. 201.666.8508 hanamirestaurant.com

PEPPERCORNS 176 Colony Ave. 201.391.2818 peppercornsparkridge.com

LA LANTERNA CAFE & GRILL 29 W. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.5520 lalanternaofridgewood.com

TEANECK

OSTERIA CRESCENDO 36 Jefferson Ave. 201.722.1900 osteriacrescendo.com

PARK WEST TAVERN 30 Oak St. 201.445.5400 parkwesttavern.com

LA CUCINA DI NAVA 192 A. W. Englewood Ave. 201.326.8102 lcdnava.com

BIAGIO’S 299 Paramus Rd. 201.652.0201 biagios.com

PEARL 17 S. Broad St. 201.857.5100 pearlridgewood.com

SENDER’S SMOKE JOINT 190 W. Englewood Ave. 201.357.2255 sendersusa.com

MILLER’S ALE HOUSE 270 Rte. 4 201.342.4800 millersalehouse.com

STEEL WHEEL TAVERN 51 N. Broad St. 201.882.1800 steelwheeltavern.com

TENAFLY

THE ORANGE LANTERN 15 E. Firehouse Ln. 201.652.4443 orangelantern.com

TITO’S BURRITOS AND WINGS 166 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.857.4619 titosburritos.com

THE PARK STEAKHOUSE 151 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.930.1300 theparksteakhouse.com

PARAMUS

RAMSEY

BICI 61 E. Main St. 201.962.9015 biciramsey.com

WHITE MAPLE CAFÉ 47 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.447.1953 whitemaplecafe.com

BRADY’S AT THE STATION 5-7 W. Main St. 201.327.9748 bradysatthestation.net

RIVER EDGE

CAFÉ PANACHE 130 E. Main St. 201.934.0030 cafepanachenj.com LAKESIDE GRILLE & BAR 105 Lakeside Dr. 201.327.0009 ramseycountryclub.com THE SHANNON ROSE IRISH PUB 1200 Rte. 17 N. 201.962.7602 theshannonrose.com VARKA ESTIATORIO 30 N. Spruce St. 201.995.9333 varkarestaurant.com

RIDGEWOOD

BAREBURGER 15 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.345.4207 bareburger.com CRAVINGS TAPAS 8 Wilsey Sq. 201.857.8533 cravingstapas.com IT’S GREEK TO ME 21 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.612.2600 Itsgreektome.com BERGENMAG.COM

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SANDUCCI’S TRATTORIA 620 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.599.0600 sanduccis.com

RIVER VALE

CHERRY BROOK RESTAURANT & BAR 660 Rivervale Rd. 201.391.2300 rivervalecc. com CRECCO’S CAFÉ 649 Westwood Ave. 201.664.7200 creccoscafe.com LET’S MEAT STEAKHOUSE 625 Rivervale Rd. 201.660.7960 letsmeatsteakhouse.com

RUTHERFORD

CAFÉ MATISSE 167 Park Ave. 201.935.2995 cafematisse.com

AMARONE 63 Cedar Ln. 201.833.1897 amaroneristorante.net

AXIA TAVERNA 18 Piermont Rd. 201.569.5999 axiataverna.com SAYOLA RESTAURANT 50 Prospect Ter. 201.871.2182 sayolarestaurant.com

WALDWICK

THE VILLAGE GRILLE 71 Crescent Ave. 201.670.8200 villagegrillewaldwick.com

WALLINGTON AGAVE COCINA 32 Locust Ave. 973.246.8531 agavecocina.com

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP DOG HOUSE SALOON & GRILL 270 Pascack Rd. 201.722.1820 thedoghouse saloonandgrill.com

WESTWOOD

CAFFE ANELLO 11 Madison Ave. 201.786.8137 caffeanello.com

KIMCHI SMOKE 301 Center Ave. 201.497.6333 kimchismoke.com THE IRON HOUSE 20 Washington Ave. 201.666.9682 theironhorse.com FARMHOUSE CAFE 301 Center Ave. 201.664.8424 farmhousecafenj.com MEZZA 22 Jefferson Ave. 201.722.8822 mezzawestwood.com WESTWOOD PRIME EATS 190 Westwood Ave. 201.664.0069 westwoodprimemeats.com

WOODCLIFF LAKE BAREBURGER 455 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.746.9275 bareburger.com

SOL MEXICAN & LATIN RESTAURANT 42 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.9363 solrestaurantnj.com

WYCKOFF

THE BARN ORIGINAL 359 Sicomac Ave. 201.848.0108 thebarnoriginal.com BLUE MOON CAFÉ 327 Franklin Ave. 201.891.1331 bluemoonmexicancafé.com

CAFÉ AMICI 315 Franklin Ave. 201.848.0198 cafeamici The Village Grille wyckoff.com in Waldwick

MAMBO EMPANADAS 313 Union Ave. 201.933.3888 mamboempanadas.com

SADDLE BROOK THE PLANK PIZZA PARLOR 383 Market 201.843.2426 ppcbp.com

JULY 2022

6/16/22 4:20 PM

{ ON THE TOWN }

Gatherings

Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most.

MEADOWLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Members of the Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce attended the organization’s Social Media Boot Camp. The program included presenters who spoke about branding, TikTok for business, LinkedIn cover stories and more. 4 Sharon Kim, Jessica Maarek 5 Craig Leonard, Jeffrey Ware

HABITAT RESTORE Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County and Bergen ReStore in Westwood treated its volunteers to a free breakfast to say “thank you” for their dedication and service. 1 Habitat staff and volunteers spend time together during their appreciation breakfast.

GREATER BERGEN COUNTY YMCA The Greater Bergen County YMCA celebrated the grand opening of its new New Milford Center on Healthy Kids Day. The event also featured vendors and organization representatives who shared information about the YMCA’s programs. 6 Officials celebrate at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. 7 Families learn about the YMCA’s programming.

YWCA NORTHERN NEW JERSEY YWCA healingSPACE Director Simaza Sadek and her team, including Mary Piccirillo and Jesselly De La Cruz, were presented a Certificate of Commendation by Bergen County Executive James Tedesco and the Bergen County Commissioners for their work to support those impacted by sexual violence. 2 YWCA staff receive commendation from the Bergen County Commissioners.

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OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

The Valley Hospital Auxiliary held its annual Vegas Night fundraiser. Money raised from the event will benefit various programs at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. 8 Vegas Night Committee

The Bergen County Office of Emergency Management recently distributed ballistic resistant vests and helmets to career fire and EMS departments in Bergen County at the Hackensack Fire Department Headquarters. The effort is part of the OEM’s mission to ensure first responders have necessary safety equipment. 3 First responders accept safety equipment. BERGENMAG.COM

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VALLEY AUXILIARY

JULY 2022

Habitat for Humanity (1), YWCA Northern New Jersey (2), Hackensack Fire Department (3), Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce (4–5), Greater Bergen County YMCA (6–7), Valley Auxiliary (8)

6/13/22 12:40 PM

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

SANDUCCI’S

ENJOY THE OUTDOORS! Al Fresco Dining

Sanducci’s is a Casual Italian Eatery that is family owned and operated. Let us share our passion for food and our Italian heritage as you gather around our table and dine Al Fresco. We are a BYOB so grab your favorite bottle of wine and let us do what we do best. We are closed on Tuesdays and open all other days serving dinner. As we say in Italian, “Mangia e Beve (eat and drink).” We look forward to serving you!

620 Kinderkamack Rd., River Edge 201.599.0600 | www.Sanduccis.com | @sanduccistrattoria

103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S Welcome to 103 PRIME, a Modern Italian Steakhouse and Seafood Restaurant located in Park Ridge. Our focus at 103 PRIME is to provide exceptional food, beverages (full bar and extensive wine list), service and ambiance to our local Bergen and Rockland County residents and corporate communities, as well as to our traveling corporate and non-corporate diners. The kitchen specializes in handcut, in-house, 21+ day dry aged steaks, fresh market seafood and eclectic modern Italian cuisine. And now….enjoy the balmy breezes of our new outdoor terrace! While our kitchen closes at 10 p.m., 103 Prime remains open—so don’t feel rushed!

BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFE Blue Moon Mexican Cafe offers Al Fresco dining at both our Bergen County locations (Englewood and Wyckoff). Englewood has a charming downtown sidewalk cafe with tables and umbrella coverage while Wyckoff offers an expansive tented area in the parking lot with additional tables and umbrellas outside of the tent. Blue Moon is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and offers brunch from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. Both locations have live music and DJ entertainment—see website for schedule.

Mondays: 4:30-9 P.M. Tuesdays-Saturdays: 4:30-10 P.M. Open Sundays for Private Events 103 Spring Valley Rd., Park Ridge, NJ 201.391.2220 | www.103prime.com

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23 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood | 201.541.0600 327 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff | 201.891.1331 www.BlueMoonMexicanCafe.com

6/15/22 1:02 PM

“The Ramsey pool was closing last summer, and in true Klotz family form, we were the last to leave. As we packed up, my now-9-year-old twins, Ava and Maia, pointed up at the sky. They screamed to have their photo snapped with their sister, Elle, so they could share the gorgeous sight with their grandparents. The Ramsey pool has given us some normalcy during the pandemic. This was the perfect rainbow ending to a perfect pool day.” —Claudette Klotz, Ramsey

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Photo courtesy of Claudette Klotz, Instagram @claudetteklotz

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Bergen July 2022

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